We are pleased to be partnered with an established & growing forwarder in the Essex area who are on the hunt for an Export Manager / Supervisor to join their team:
The ideal candidate will have:
* Extensive knowledge of Incoterms
* Proven experience liaising with overseas agents and shipping lines, negotiating rates, and providing quotations to customers
* Proficiency in preparing detailed quotations
* Strong background in working with agents and freight companies
* Expertise in managing bookings, invoicing, and preparing essential documents such as BL, EUR1, COO, CIPL, etc.
* Solid understanding of customs clearance, including experience with CDS, CNS, Destin8, and raising entries for both imports and exports
* Experience with LCL/FCL sea freight, airfreight, road freight, and courier services
* Ability to act as a Key Account Manager for specific customers and handle all aspects of their shipments
* Skills in engaging with a variety of hauliers to negotiate competitive rates
* Capability to report on and manage job counts, profits, and job targets
Salary up to £45,000