Multi Modal Export Operator

White Recruitment Construction; Cheadle; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics provider is seeking an experienced Export Operator to manage end-to-end export operations in Cheadle. This role requires proven experience in freight forwarding, knowledge of road and ocean freight processes, and the ability to handle export documentation. Offering a salary up to £35,000, this position also provides excellent career development opportunities within a supportive environment focused on international trade.

Benefits

Salary up to £35,000 depending on experience

Strong career progression

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in freight forwarding export operations is essential.
• Strong working knowledge of road and ocean freight exports.
• Experience handling export documentation and customs procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage export shipments from booking through to final departure.
• Handle export documentation such as Bills of Lading.
• Liaise with shipping lines and customers to coordinate shipments.

Skills

Freight forwarding export operations

Road and ocean freight knowledge

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Job description

Export Operator – Road & Ocean Freight

Location: Manchester Airport

Salary: Up to £35,000 (depending on experience)

Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a global freight forwarding and supply chain provider, who are looking to appoint an experienced Export Operator to join their growing operations team in Manchester.

This is an excellent opportunity for a freight professional with hands‑on experience in EU road and ocean freight exports to join a well‑established, internationally recognised logistics business offering stability, progression, and exposure to global trade lanes.

The Role

As an Export Operator, you will be responsible for managing end‑to‑end export operations across European road freight and ocean freight (FCL & LCL) shipments. You will play a key role in ensuring shipments are processed efficiently, compliantly, and in line with customer expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage export shipments from booking through to final departure for road and ocean freight.
• Handle export documentation, including Bills of Lading, commercial invoices, packing lists, and export customs paperwork.
• Liaise with shipping lines, hauliers, overseas agents, and customers to coordinate shipments.
• Arrange and monitor European road freight exports.
• Ensure all export processes comply with HMRC regulations and international trade requirements.
• Track shipments and provide proactive updates to customers.
• Work closely with internal teams to ensure service levels and deadlines are met.
• Accurately cost, rate, and invoice export files in line with agreed tariffs.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in freight forwarding export operations (essential).
• Strong working knowledge of road and ocean freight exports.
• Experience handling export documentation and customs procedures.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Confident communicator, comfortable dealing with international stakeholders.
• Experience using freight forwarding systems is advantageous.

What’s on Offer

• Salary up to £35,000, depending on experience.
• Opportunity to join a global logistics brand with strong career progression.
• Supportive and professional working environment.
• Exposure to international export operations across multiple trade lanes.