Manifest Recruitment Limited
Air Freight Export Operator
Freight Forwarding | Bradford
£32,000 DOE
We are currently working with an established international freight forwarding business seeking an experienced Air Freight Export Operator to join their Bradford operation.
This is a hands-on operational role focused on managing air freight export shipments from booking through to completion. You will be joining a busy export team, working closely with customers, overseas agents, airlines, and service providers to ensure shipments move efficiently and compliantly.
The role will involve:
• Managing air freight export shipments from booking through to completion
• Coordinating export movements and shipment documentation
• Preparing and processing export paperwork
• Liaising with customers, overseas agents, airlines, and service providers
• Providing quotations and operational support where required
• Monitoring shipments and proactively managing any delays or issues
• Supporting customs clearance processes and export declarations
• Ensuring all operational records and system updates are maintained accurately
What they're looking for:
• Previous experience within air freight exports
• Experience managing export shipments within a freight forwarding environment
• Understanding of export documentation and operational processes
• Exposure to customs clearances or export declarations would be advantageous
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced operational environment
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail
Additional information:
• Replacement role
• Predominantly air freight export focused
• BoxTop operational system
• ASM Sequoia used for customs clearances
• Training can be provided on export declarations for the right candidate
• Salary: £32,000 DOE
This is a great opportunity for someone with air freight export experience looking to further develop their operational and customs knowledge within a well-established international freight forwarding business.
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