Air Export Co-ordinator

Lori Walsh Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Lori Walsh Recruitment in Manchester is seeking an experienced Air Export Freight Forwarder to manage the end-to-end process of international shipments, from booking to final delivery, while ensuring compliance with trade regulations and delivering high levels of customer service.

You will coordinate with overseas agents, carriers and customers, prepare shipping documentation, arrange customs clearance, and provide accurate freight quotations, building strong relationships with partners.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' experience in Air Export freight forwarding.
• Knowledge of air freight operations.
• Export customs procedures and documentation experience.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
• Commercial awareness and ability to negotiate rates.
• Proficiency in freight forwarding software and Microsoft Office.
• CDS experience in the UK.
• Dangerous goods knowledge.
• Experience working with international agents.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end Air export shipments.
• Arrange bookings with airlines and hauliers.
• Liaise with overseas agents, carriers and customers.
• Prepare and process shipping documentation.
• Coordinate export customs clearance and regulatory compliance.
• Monitor shipment progress and resolve delays.
• Provide accurate freight quotations to customers.
• Invoice customers and account for costs.
• Build and maintain relationships with customers and suppliers.

Skills

Air export operations

Time management

Communication

Negotiation

Problem solving

Tools

Freight software

Microsoft Office

CDS

Job description

Full time | Lori Walsh Recruitment | United Kingdom

Posted On 08/03/2026

Job Information

Work Experience 1-3 years

City Manchester

Province Greater Manchester

Postal Code M99

Job Description

Our clients are currently seeking an experienced Air Export Freight Forwarder to manage and coordinate international shipments Internationally. The successful candidate will be responsible for handling shipments from booking through to final delivery, ensuring full compliance with international trade regulations while delivering a high level of customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end Air export shipments
• Arrange bookings with airlines, and hauliers
• Liaise with overseas agents, carriers, and customers to ensure smooth movement of cargo
• Prepare and process all relevant shipping documentation, including:
• Arrange Export customs clearance and ensure compliance with all international trade regulations
• Monitor Export shipment progress and proactively resolve any delays or issues
• Provide accurate freight quotations to customers
• Invoice customers and ensure all costs are correctly accounted for
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and suppliers

Requirements

Skills & Experience Required

• Minimum 3-5 years' experience within Air Export freight forwarding.
• Strong knowledge of air freight operations
• Experience handling Export customs procedures and documentation
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Good communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Commercial awareness and ability to negotiate rates
• Proficiency in freight forwarding software and Microsoft Office
• CDS experience in the UK
• Dangerous goods knowledge
• Experience working with international agents