Export Operations Coordinator in Tilbury, East Of England
UK working eligibility only.
Exports Logistics Executive - Freight Forwarding
Location: South Essex
Salary: Competitive (DOE)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00 - 17:00
Red Recruit Global is working with a well-established freight forwarding organisation to recruit an experienced Exports Logistics Executive to join their busy and growing team.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with export operations experience across air and sea freight to join a highly reputable business with a strong presence in the UK logistics market.
About the Role
You will be responsible for managing export shipments from start to finish, ensuring all documentation, customs requirements, and deadlines are met. This is a fast-paced, detail-driven role requiring strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across multiple stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate export shipments via air and sea freight
- Arrange bookings with shipping lines and carriers
- Organise collections and ensure deadlines are met
- Complete export documentation, including Certificates of Origin
- Handle customs entries and declarations
- Liaise with customers, hauliers, warehouses, and overseas agents
- Prepare and send pre-alerts to international partners
- Monitor shipments to ensure vessels/flights are met
- Complete invoicing and post-shipment follow-ups
About You
- Minimum 2 years' experience in export freight forwarding (air and sea)
- Strong knowledge of export documentation and customs procedures
- Experience using systems such as CNS, Destin8, or similar
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
- Strong communication skills and a professional approach
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- A team player with a proactive attitude
The Company
Our client is a long-standing freight forwarding specialist with decades of experience delivering global logistics solutions. They offer multimodal services and are known for their strong industry relationships, operational expertise, and customer-focused approach.
What's on Offer
- Competitive salary package
- Stable and supportive working environment
- Opportunity to develop within a respected freight forwarding business
- Exposure to international logistics operations
If you are looking to take the next step in your freight forwarding career within a professional and forward-thinking organisation, we would love to hear from you. You can also refer someone suitable.
T: 01376 503567 | 0203 906 6020
Referral Scheme
Know someone suitable? We offer a referral scheme - please get in touch for more details.
For more information, please contact Red Recruit Global in confidence.
Keywords / alternative titles:
Export Operations Coordinator, Freight Operations Coordinator, Export Operations Clerk, Freight Operations Clerk, Export Operations, Freight Forwarding Operator.
Voceer presents this job opportunity for Red Recruit Global Ltd, a 50 person sized company who are categorized as a Direct Employer.