Ocean Export Ops Specialist – FCL/LCL, Mon-Fri, Office-Based

WR Logistics; Denton; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

WR Logistics in Denton, Manchester, is seeking an Ocean Export Operations Specialist to join our busy freight forwarding team. You will own shipments from start to finish, handling both FCL and LCL exports and ensuring bookings are processed efficiently.

The role requires proactive problem solving, strong communication with customers and overseas partners, and the ability to price exports and secure competitive rates. This is a full-time, office-based position in Denton.

Qualifications

• Experience in ocean export freight forwarding.
• Good working knowledge of both FCL and LCL shipments.
• Experience with export pricing and rate enquiries.
• Confident booking shipments directly with shipping lines and carriers.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and managing operational challenges.
• Ability to organise workload in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage ocean export shipments across both FCL and LCL.
• Handle export pricing and obtain competitive rates.
• Make export bookings directly through shipping line and carrier websites.
• Liaise with customers, overseas agents and shipping lines to coordinate shipments.
• Monitor shipments and keep all parties updated throughout the process.
• Resolve day-to-day operational issues and proactively managing challenges.
• Ensure export documentation and shipment details are accurate and completed on time.
• Build strong working relationships with customers, carriers and overseas partners.

Skills

Ocean export

Customer service

Communication

Problem solving

Job description

WR Logistics in Denton, Manchester, is seeking an Ocean Export Operations Specialist to join our busy freight forwarding team. You will own shipments from start to finish, handling both FCL and LCL exports and ensuring bookings are processed efficiently.

The role requires proactive problem solving, strong communication with customers and overseas partners, and the ability to price exports and secure competitive rates. This is a full-time, office-based position in Denton.