Multi Modal Export Operator

Export Operator – Road & Ocean Freight

Location: Manchester Airport
Salary: Up to £35,000 (depending on experience)
Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a global freight forwarding and supply chain provider, who are looking to appoint an experienced Export Operator to join their growing operations team in Manchester.

This is an excellent opportunity for a freight professional with hands-on experience in EU road and ocean freight exports to join a well-established, internationally recognised logistics business offering stability, progression, and exposure to global trade lanes.

The Role

As an Export Operator, you will be responsible for managing end-to-end export operations across European road freight and ocean freight (FCL & LCL) shipments. You will play a key role in ensuring shipments are processed efficiently, compliantly, and in line with customer expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage export shipments from booking through to final departure for road and ocean freight.

• Handle export documentation, including Bills of Lading, commercial invoices, packing lists, and export customs paperwork.

• Liaise with shipping lines, hauliers, overseas agents, and customers to coordinate shipments.

• Arrange and monitor European road freight exports.

• Ensure all export processes comply with HMRC regulations and international trade requirements.

• Track shipments and provide proactive updates to customers.

• Work closely with internal teams to ensure service levels and deadlines are met.

• Accurately cost, rate, and invoice export files in line with agreed tariffs.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in freight forwarding export operations (essential).

• Strong working knowledge of road and ocean freight exports.

• Experience handling export documentation and customs procedures.

• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.

• Confident communicator, comfortable dealing with international stakeholders.

• Experience using freight forwarding systems is advantageous.

What’s on Offer

• Salary up to £35,000, depending on experience.

• Opportunity to join a global logistics brand with strong career progression.

• Supportive and professional working environment.

• Exposure to international export operations across multiple trade lanes.

WR Logistics are the #1 recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit in the UK & USA for permanent jobs.

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