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Seafreight Export Manager - Full-Time Basildon
Working Hours: Monday to Friday
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Seafreight Export Manager to join a growing and well-established freight forwarding business. This role is ideal for someone with strong leadership skills and in-depth experience across FCL and LCL/groupage export operations.
The Role:
You will be responsible for managing the export seafreight team and ensuring the smooth, compliant, and cost-effective handling of all FCL and LCL shipments. This is a hands-on leadership position, requiring strong operational knowledge and the ability to drive performance and service excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee daily operations for seafreight export, including FCL and LCL (consol/groupage) services
Lead, mentor, and support a team to achieve departmental KPIs and service levels
Manage bookings, documentation, carrier relations, and customs compliance
Develop and maintain strong customer relationships
Monitor financial performance, including profit margins, budgeting, and reporting
Identify areas for improvement and implement process enhancements
Requirements:
Minimum 3 years' management experience in seafreight export operations
Strong knowledge of both FCL and LCL/groupage exports
Proven leadership and team development skills
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
Commercially minded with a proactive, customer-first approach
What's on Offer:
Competitive salary + performance-based incentives
Standard working hours: Monday to Friday
Supportive and professional team environment
Opportunities for career growth and development
Benefits package available
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