Export Sea Freight Operator

Export Sea Freight Operator Leeds, West Yorkshire (Office-Based) £30,000

Experience, qualification, and soft skills, have you got everything required to succeed in this opportunity Find out below.
- £35,000 (DOE) Monday
- Friday | 08:30
- 17:00 The Opportunity A well-established and growing freight forwarding specialist is seeking an experienced Export Sea Freight Operator to join their team in Leeds.

With the majority of shipments focused on deep sea cargo movements , this is an excellent opportunity to join a business with a strong international presence and a consistent flow of global export work.

You'll play a key role in delivering seamless logistics solutions to a loyal and expanding customer base.

The Role You will be responsible for managing export sea freight shipments from start to finish, ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and high levels of customer service at all times.

Key responsibilities include: Handling full-cycle export sea freight shipments (FCL & LCL) Liaising with customers, shipping lines, and overseas agents Preparing and checking export documentation (Bills of Lading, customs paperwork, etc.) Booking shipments and coordinating with carriers Monitoring shipment progress and providing regular updates Managing any issues, delays, or changes proactively Ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and procedures About You This role is suited to someone already working within freight forwarding who can hit the ground running.

We're looking for: Current experience in export sea freight forwarding (essential) Strong understanding of deep sea shipping operations Knowledge of export documentation and processes Excellent communication and customer service skills Highly organised with strong attention to detail Ability to manage multiple shipments in a fast-paced environment What's in It for You? Competitive salary up to £35,000 (depending on experience) 23 days holiday your birthday off Company pension scheme Monthly bonus scheme Stable, Monday to Friday working hours Opportunity to join a supportive, established logistics team WR Logistics are the 1 recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry.

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