Export Manager

Michael Page; Staines-upon-Thames; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Progression opportunities

Collaborative environment

Comprehensive benefits

Staines location

Job summary

Michael Page is representing a growing specialist logistics business in Staines seeking an experienced Export Manager (Air Freight) to lead international air export operations and drive service excellence in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.

You will oversee end-to-end air export activities, mentor a team, ensure compliance with customs and aviation regulations, and collaborate with airlines, overseas agents and customers to optimise performance and profitability.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing air export operations in freight/logistics.
• Strong knowledge of international air freight processes and export documentation.
• Previous people management or supervisory experience.
• Excellent stakeholder management and relationship building at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end air export operations, ensuring accurate handling of shipments.
• Lead, mentor and develop a team of export professionals.
• Ensure compliance with customs regulations and aviation security requirements.
• Build and maintain relationships with airlines, overseas agents and customers.
• Monitor KPIs and drive continuous improvement in processes.
• Handle escalations and resolve complex shipment challenges quickly.

Skills

Air export management

Team leadership

Customs & docs

Stakeholder management

Operational profitability

Problem solving

Time-critical logistics

Communication skills

Job description

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Export Manager (Air Freight) to join a growing specialist logistics business in Staines, leading international air export operations and driving service excellence across a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.

Client Details

Our client is a specialist logistics and transportation business with a strong reputation for delivering time-critical and complex freight solutions across international markets. Due to continued growth and increasing customer demand, they are now seeking an experienced Export Manager (Air Freight) to lead and develop their export operations function from their Staines office.

Description

As the Export Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all air export activities, ensuring the efficient movement of international shipments whilst maintaining exceptional service levels for customers.

Key responsibilities

• Managing the end-to-end air export operation, ensuring shipments are handled accurately and efficiently.
• Leading, mentoring and developing a team of export professionals.
• Ensuring compliance with all customs regulations, aviation security requirements and international trade standards.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with airlines, overseas agents and key customers.
• Monitoring departmental KPIs and driving continuous improvement across operational processes.
• Managing escalations and resolving complex shipment challenges in a fast-paced environment.
• Reviewing operational performance, identifying efficiencies and implementing best-practice procedures.
• Working closely with commercial teams to support business growth and customer retention.
• Ensuring accurate completion of export documentation, customs entries and invoicing requirements.
• Supporting strategic projects and contributing to the wider operational management team.

Profile

The successful candidate will possess:

• Proven experience managing air export operations within a freight forwarding or logistics environment.
• Strong knowledge of international air freight processes, customs regulations and export documentation.
• Previous people management or supervisory experience.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to build relationships at all levels.
• Commercial awareness and an understanding of operational profitability.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to customer service.
• Experience working within time-critical or high-service logistics environments would be advantageous.
• Confident communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary of £50,000 - £60,000.
• Opportunity to join a growing and highly respected logistics organisation.
• Leadership position with genuine scope for progression.
• Collaborative and supportive working environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Convenient Staines location with excellent transport links.