Export Operations Coordinator

Export Operations Coordinator (Consolidation) - Romford

Salary Circ 35K

25 days annual leave Bank Holidays

Hours: 9-5pm

Company pension scheme

Free parking

Job Summary:

If Bills of Lading consolidations and vessel cut-offs are your idea of a good day keep reading...

Our client isnt your average freight forwarder. Theyve spent 30 years building an impressive reputation in the shipping industry and are part of a global network of more than 100 offices across 30 countries. Safe to say they know how to get cargo from A to B (and pretty much every other letter of the alphabet).

Theyre now looking for an experienced Export Operations Coordinator to join their busy Romford office. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with solid export sea freight experience who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has proven experience managing LCL consolidation shipments.

The Role

Youll be responsible for managing export shipments from booking through to departure ensuring every movement is handled accurately efficiently and in line with customer requirements.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing export sea freight shipments from booking through to departure.
• Planning and coordinating LCL consolidation shipments.
• Preparing and checking export documentation.
• Liaising with shipping lines overseas agents hauliers and customers.
• Booking cargo with shipping lines and carriers.
• Producing Bills of Lading and export documentation.
• Ensuring customs requirements are met and documentation is completed accurately.
• Tracking shipments and providing proactive customer updates.
• Resolving operational issues and maintaining excellent customer service.
• Building strong relationships with customers suppliers and overseas partners.

What Were Looking For

Were keen to speak with candidates who have:

• Previous experience in Export Sea Freight Operations.
• Essential experience managing LCL consolidations.
• A good understanding of export documentation and customs procedures.
• Experience using systems such as Destin8 CNS CargoWise ASM Sequoia or similar.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• A proactive customer-focused approach.
• The ability to work accurately under pressure and meet vessel cut-offs.