Export Operator

Export Operator – Ocean or Road Freight Location: Basildon, Essex Salary: Up to £40,000 per annum DOE Hours: Monday to Friday Job Type: Permanent, Full-time We are recruiting an experienced Export Operator to join a successful and growing freight-forwarding business based in Basildon. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with start-to-finish export experience across either Ocean Freight or Road Freight. You will manage export shipments throughout the full process while providing a reliable and professional service to customers. Key Responsibilities * Manage export shipments from booking through to final delivery * Coordinate Ocean or European Road Freight movements * Prepare quotations and secure competitive carrier or haulier rates * Make bookings with shipping lines, carriers, hauliers and overseas agents * Complete and check all relevant export documentation * Provide customs clearance instructions where required * Monitor shipments and provide customers with regular updates * Liaise with customers, suppliers, agents and internal departments * Resolve operational issues quickly and professionally * Ensure files are completed accurately and invoiced correctly * Maintain a high standard of customer service throughout the shipment process Requirements * Previous experience in an Export Operator or Export Coordinator position * Strong start-to-finish export experience across Ocean or Road Freight * Good understanding of export documentation and procedures * Confident communicating with customers, carriers, ha