Ocean Export Specialist – Global Freight (Middle East)

WR Logistics; Wythenshawe; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

WR Logistics is seeking an experienced Ocean Export Operator in Wythenshawe to manage daily ocean export shipments from booking to final departure.

You will coordinate with customers, overseas offices and carriers, handle documentation and monitor progress on global trade lanes, especially the Middle East. The role offers stability within a global forwarding group with opportunities to progress into leadership positions.

Qualifications

• Experience in ocean freight forwarding and export operations.
• Ability to manage workload in a busy operational environment.
• Experience with Middle East trade lanes is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end ocean export shipments from booking to final departure.
• Handle bookings with shipping lines and overseas agents.
• Prepare and check export documentation.
• Coordinate with customers, suppliers, carriers and international offices.
• Monitor shipment progress and keep customers updated.
• Manage schedules, cut-offs and deadlines.
• Address operational issues and provide solutions.

Skills

Ocean freight forwarding

Export operations

Customer coordination

End-to-end shipment management

Job description

WR Logistics is seeking an experienced Ocean Export Operator in Wythenshawe to manage daily ocean export shipments from booking to final departure.

You will coordinate with customers, overseas offices and carriers, handle documentation and monitor progress on global trade lanes, especially the Middle East. The role offers stability within a global forwarding group with opportunities to progress into leadership positions.