Sea Exports

OCEAN FREIGHT EXPORTER

Leeds (LS10) | Permanent | Full-Time

Up to £38,000 + Strong Bonus | 23 Days Holiday + 8 Bank Holidays

We are currently recruiting on behalf of an established and highly respected international freight forwarding business for an experienced Ocean Freight Exporter to join their team in Leeds.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Ocean Freight professional who is looking to take full ownership of their export shipments from quote right through to invoice, working within an established and supportive team.

The Role

You will be responsible for managing the complete Ocean Freight Export process, ensuring shipments are handled efficiently, accurately and to a high standard from the initial quotation through to final invoicing.

Your responsibilities will include:

Managing Ocean Freight Export shipments from Quote to Invoice

Preparing and issuing quotations to customers

Booking shipments with shipping lines and overseas partners

Arranging collections and coordinating transport

Preparing and checking export documentation

Liaising with customers, shipping lines, hauliers and overseas agents

Managing shipping instructions and ensuring documentation is completed correctly

Monitoring vessels and shipment progress

Providing customers with regular updates throughout the shipment lifecycle

Handling any operational issues, delays or amendments

Coordinating customs clearance where required

Checking freight costs and ensuring accurate invoicing

Maintaining strong relationships with customers and international partners

Ensuring all shipments are managed within agreed deadlines and service requirements

About You

The successful candidate will ideally have:

Previous experience within Ocean Freight Exports

Strong knowledge of the full export forwarding process

Experience managing shipments from quotation through to invoicing

Good knowledge of shipping documentation and export procedures

Experience dealing with shipping lines, hauliers and overseas agents

Excellent customer service and communication skills

Strong attention to detail and organisational ability

The ability to manage multiple shipments and deadlines simultaneously

A proactive approach to problem solving

The ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a wider team

The Package

Salary up to £38,000, depending on experience

Strong bonus scheme

23 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays

Permanent, full-time position

Established and reputable international freight forwarding business

Employee-owned organisation

Worldwide freight forwarding operations

Opportunity to manage shipments from Quote to Invoice

Supportive and experienced team

Excellent opportunity for long-term career development

Leeds LS10 locationIf you're an experienced Ocean Freight Exporter who wants genuine ownership of your shipments and the opportunity to earn up to £38,000 plus a strong bonus, we'd be keen to hear from you.

Apply today or contact WR Logistics for a confidential discussion.

WR Logistics are a leading recruitment partner for the logistics and supply chain industry, recruiting across the UK, Europe, and the USA for permanent opportunities.

WR Logistics is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy