Export & Cross Trade Operator in Laindon
Posted by Prime Appointments
£30,000 – £37,000 a year
Laindon · Permanent
Export & Cross Trade Operator - Laindon - Full-time | Permanent
Our client is looking for an organised, proactive and customer-focused Ocean Export & Cross Trade Operator to join their team in Laindon.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced freight forwarding professional with knowledge of multi-modal exports and cross-trade operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage export bookings and cross-trade shipments from start to finish.
- Coordinate sea, air and road freight, including collections and deliveries.
- Prepare and manage export and customs documentation.
- Liaise with customers, overseas agents, carriers and suppliers.
- Monitor shipments and resolve operational issues.
- Maintain accurate shipment records and job costs using LBase.
- Negotiate competitive rates, manage invoicing and support profitability.
- Ensure compliance with export regulations and customs procedures.
- Provide excellent customer service and support business development.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain efficient operations.
The Ideal Candidate
- Minimum 3 years freight forwarding experience, ideally in export and cross-trade operations.
- Good knowledge of sea, air and road freight.
- Understanding of export documentation and customs procedures.
- Experience working with overseas agents, carriers and customers.
- Strong communication, organisation and problem-solving skills.
- Commercial awareness, including supplier rate negotiation and job costing.
- Good IT skills; LBase experience would be advantageous.
- A flexible, proactive and team-focused approach.
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