Air Freight Export Operator – Fort Lauderdale

Peters & May is looking for an experienced Air Freight Export Operator to join our expanding Global Freight Forwarding Division in Fort Lauderdale.

You will manage international air export shipments from booking through to final departure, coordinating with airlines, handling agents, customs brokers, overseas partners and customers to ensure cargo moves efficiently and compliantly.

The role includes arranging airline bookings, preparing export documentation, coordinating cargo collection and screening, monitoring shipments, issuing pre-alerts, processing supplier invoices and customer billing, and supporting the sales team with quotations and operational guidance.

• Three to five years' experience in air freight export operations within a freight forwarding environment.
• Strong knowledge of international air freight procedures, airline operations and export compliance.
• Experience preparing Air Waybills, export declarations and supporting shipping documentation.
• Knowledge of customs export processes.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to manage multiple shipments and deadlines.
• Experience using freight forwarding or cargo management systems.
• Authorisation to work in the United States.
• Fluency in English.

Dangerous Goods certification, Spanish language skills, and experience with marine, time-critical, high-value or specialist cargo would be advantageous.

Founded in 1973, Peters & May is a global leader in yacht transportation and specialist logistics. For more than 50 years, we have built our reputation on reliability, precision, personal service and practical solutions.

Our global teams provide tailored freight forwarding services by air, sea and road, supported by specialist customs, marine and project cargo expertise.

• Start date:
  
  To be confirmed.
• Hours:
  
  Full-time, with hybrid working options available.
• Salary:
  Salary commensurate with experience and qualification. Benefits - Medical, dental, vision and life insurance options, together with 25 days' annual holiday.