Export Freight Forwarder

Export Freight Forwarder

Location: Basildon, Essex

Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Salary: £28,000 - £29,000 per annum

About the Role

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Export Freight Forwarder to join a busy and growing logistics team based in Basildon. This is an excellent opportunity for a freight professional who can confidently manage export shipments from start to finish and has experience across multimodal transport.

The successful candidate will be responsible for handling export operations across air, sea, and road freight, ensuring shipments are processed efficiently and delivered to the highest standards of customer service.

Key Responsibilities

Managing export shipments via air, sea, and road freight

Preparing and processing customs clearance documentation

Producing and issuing client quotations

Raising transport documentation including Air Waybills (AWBs), Bills of Lading, and associated shipping paperwork

Liaising with customers, carriers, hauliers, and overseas agents

Monitoring shipments and providing regular customer updates

Managing files from initial quotation through to final delivery

Ensuring all documentation and compliance requirements are completed accurately

Requirements

Previous experience within export freight forwarding

Knowledge of air, sea, and road export operations

Customs clearance experience and training

Ability to create and manage customer quotations

Experience preparing AWBs, Bills of Lading, and export documentation

Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple shipments simultaneously

Capable of handling export files independently from start to finish

Excellent communication and customer service skills

Package & Benefits

Salary: £28,000 - £29,000 per annum

Permanent, full-time position

Office-based role in Basildon

Apply Now

If you are an experienced Export Freight Forwarder looking for a new opportunity with a supportive and established team in Basildon, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV for immediate consideration.

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