LCL Export Operator

Our client, a freight forwarder is looking for a Export Operator to join their office in Basildon.

• Manage export LCL process start to finish via in house system

• Book containers with carriers and apply for haz approval to ensure the most efficient and profitable loadings

• Liaise with UK warehouses to book container loading

• Issue loading manifests to warehouses

• Issue Bill of Lading Instructions to carriers prior to documentation cut

• Check Master Bill of Lading when received from carrier and highlight any errors or approving.

• Send pre-alerts to overseas agents/offices within 48 hours of sailing

• Ensure cost estimates are entered on all jobs within the correct accounting month

• Ameta profit sharing if applicable

• Ensure all operational issues are clearly documented in writing, keeping Export Manager in copy of all correspondence as required

• Resolve customer invoice queries and dispute any supplier invoices that are not correct

• Close files after checking everything has been charged/costed and maximum profitability is achieved

• Answer telephone in a timely manner

• Support to receive bookings from clients and issue booking confirmation

• Arrange haulage with UK warehouses if required