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Manchester - 32k - 35k Annual GBP Permanent Posted by: WR Logistics Posted: Tuesday, 27 January 2026
 
 
Export Operator - Road & Ocean Freight

Location: Manchester Airport
Salary: Up to 35,000 (depending on experience)
Employment Type: Full-Time Permanent

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a global freight forwarding and supply chain provider, who are looking to appoint an experienced Export Operator to join their growing operations team in Manchester.

This is an excellent opportunity for a freight professional with hands-on experience in EU road and ocean freight exports to join a well-established, internationally recognised logistics business offering stability, progression, and exposure to global trade lanes.

The Role

As an Export Operator, you will be responsible for managing end-to-end export operations across European road freight and ocean freight (FCL & LCL) shipments. You will play a key role in ensuring shipments are processed efficiently, compliantly, and in line with customer expectations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage export shipments from booking through to final departure for road and ocean freight.

  • Handle export documentation, including Bills of Lading, commercial invoices, packing lists, and export customs paperwork.

  • Liaise with shipping lines, hauliers, overseas agents, and customers to coordinate shipments.

  • Arrange and monitor European road freight exports.

  • Ensure all export processes comply with HMRC regulations and international trade requirements.

  • Track shipments and provide proactive updates to customers.

  • Work closely with internal teams to ensure service levels and deadlines are met.

  • Accurately cost, rate, and invoice export files in line with agreed tariffs.


What We're Looking For

  • Proven experience in freight forwarding export operations (essential).

  • Strong working knowledge of road and ocean freight exports.

  • Experience handling export documentation and customs procedures.

  • Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.

  • Confident communicator, comfortable dealing with international stakeholders.

  • Experience using freight forwarding systems is advantageous.


What's on Offer

  • Salary up to 35,000, depending on experience.

  • Opportunity to join a global logistics brand with strong career progression.

  • Supportive and professional working environment.

  • Exposure to international export operations across multiple trade lanes.

WR Logistics are the recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit in the UK & USA for permanent jobs.

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

Manchester, UK
Logistics
32k - 35k Annual GBP
WR Logistics
WR Logistics
JS3059377039
27/01/2026 21:59:23
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