Ocean Export Operator — Lead Global Trade Lanes (ME)

White Recruitment Limited; Manchester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

White Recruitment Limited is seeking an Ocean Export Operator in Wythenshawe to manage day-to-day ocean export shipments from booking through final departure. You will work with international customers, overseas offices, agents and carriers in a busy global freight forwarding environment.

Experience in ocean freight forwarding and export operations is essential; Middle East trade lanes experience is advantageous. This role offers a clear progression path within a global team.

Qualifications

• Experience in ocean freight forwarding, with knowledge of export processes.
• Ability to manage own workload in a busy operational environment.
• Experience with Middle East trade lanes is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Managing end-to-end ocean export shipments.
• Handling bookings with shipping lines and overseas agents.
• Preparing and checking export documentation.
• Coordinating with customers, suppliers, carriers and international offices.
• Monitoring shipment progress and keeping customers updated.
• Managing schedules, cut-offs and deadlines.
• Dealing with operational issues and providing solutions.

Skills

Ocean freight forwarding

Export operations

Customer communication

Job description

White Recruitment Limited is seeking an Ocean Export Operator in Wythenshawe to manage day-to-day ocean export shipments from booking through final departure. You will work with international customers, overseas offices, agents and carriers in a busy global freight forwarding environment.

Experience in ocean freight forwarding and export operations is essential; Middle East trade lanes experience is advantageous. This role offers a clear progression path within a global team.