Export Coordinator

Office Angels; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency in South Leeds seeks an Export Coordinator responsible for managing client relations and logistics. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and experienced in export services and customs documentation. You will ensure smooth operations while negotiating freight rates and preparing necessary documentation. This permanent, full-time role offers a great opportunity to grow in international trade. Apply now to join a dynamic team!

Qualifications

• Proactive communicator with a knack for building relationships.
• Detail-oriented and organised, able to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Experienced in export services, customs documentation, and logistics processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong client and supplier relationships.
• Work closely with colleagues to ensure efficient department coverage.
• Negotiate competitive rates for freight requirements.
• Make accurate bookings and maintain up-to-date export systems.
• Monitor shipments and keep clients informed.
• Ensure correct customs documentation and issue clearance instructions.
• Prepare and send invoices, authorising purchase invoices for payment.
• Identify and develop sales opportunities.
• Maintain proper file management systems.
• Carry out general office duties as required.

Skills

Proactive communication

Detail-oriented

Team collaboration

Export services experience

Customs documentation knowledge

Logistics processes

Job description

Job Title: Export Coordinator

Location: South Leeds

Role: Permanent, Full Time, Office Based

Salary: Negotiable based on experience

Are you passionate about international trade and logistics? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where every day brings new challenges? If so, our client is on the lookout for an energetic and detail-oriented Export Coordinator to join their dedicated team!

About the Role

As the main point of contact for your clients, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring their export needs are met seamlessly. You'll be the cornerstone of communication, collaboration, and coordination within the Export department.

Key Responsibilities

• Client Relations: Develop and maintain strong, professional relationships with allocated clients and suppliers. Your focus will be on growing both new and existing business.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with colleagues in a dynamic team environment to ensure efficient coverage of all aspects of the department's work.
• Rate Negotiation: Negotiate competitive rates for freight requirements with shipping lines and suppliers. Provide clients with timely quotations while maximising profits.
• Booking Management: Make accurate bookings based on customer instructions, ensuring all information is up-to-date on export systems.
• Shipment Monitoring: Keep a close eye on shipments, liaising with all parties involved and keeping clients informed of status updates.
• Customs Documentation: Ensure correct customs documentation is received and issue clearance instructions promptly.
• Invoice Preparation: Prepare and send invoices while checking and authorising purchase invoices for payment.
• Sales Opportunities: Stay alert to potential sales opportunities and develop them under the guidance of senior management.
• File Management: Maintain proper file management systems for easy retrieval of documents.
• General Office Duties: Carry out general office duties as required, maintaining a supportive work environment.

Who You Are

• A proactive communicator with a knack for building relationships
• Detail-oriented and organised, with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively
• A team player who enjoys collaborating with colleagues to achieve common goals
• Experienced in export services, customs documentation, and logistics processes
• Familiar with various freight modes and rate negotiation

If you're ready to take your career in export and logistics to the next level, we want to hear from you! Apply today and become an essential part of our client's thriving export team.

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