Air Freight Export Operator
Job type:Permanent
Town/City:Bradford
Salary/Rate:£32,000 + company bonus
Job Category:Warehouse and Logistics
Job ref:6667
Post Date:19.06.26
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Air Freight Export Operator
Bradford, West Yorkshire
£32,000 per annum + company bonus
Immediate start available
Benefits: Company bonus scheme, pension, death in service cover
About the Role
A highly reputable international freight forwarder based in West Yorkshire is seeking an experienced Air Freight Export Operator to join a busy freight forwarding team in Bradford. This is a full-cycle export role covering sales support/quoting, operational execution, customs clearance, documentation, and shipment delivery.
This is an immediate requirement for someone confident handling air export shipments end-to-end in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage end-to-end air export shipments from booking through to final delivery
- Provide freight quotations and support sales enquiries
- Coordinate with airlines, agents, transport providers, and warehouse teams
- Prepare and process export documentation including AWBs, invoices, packing lists, and customs declarations
- Ensure compliance with international shipping regulations, customs requirements, and IATA guidelines
- Book cargo space and monitor flight schedules to meet deadlines
- Track shipments and provide regular customer updates
- Resolve operational issues including delays, documentation queries, and customs matters
- Maintain accurate shipment records and ensure smooth internal communication
- Deliver excellent customer service throughout the export process
Requirements
- Proven experience in air freight export operations is essential
- Strong knowledge of customs procedures and export documentation
- Ability to manage time-critical shipments under pressure
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- High attention to detail and strong organisational ability
Opportunity to join a supportive and fast-paced freight environment.
- Apply online or to find out more, get in touch with Michaela at Cubed Talent on 01274 599354.
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Proven background in freight forwarding business development
Strong knowledge of Air & Sea freight
Driven, ambitious and target-focused mindset
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
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Pension scheme
Death in Service benefit
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Apply online or to find out more, get in touch with Michaela at Cubed Talent on 01274 599354.
Air Freight Export Operator
Bradford
£32,000 + company bonus
Air Freight Export Operator
Bradford, West Yorkshire
£32,000 per annum + company bonus
Immediate start available
Benefits: Company bonus scheme, pension, death in service cover
About the Role
A highly reputable international freight forwarder based in West Yorkshire is seeking an experienced Air Freight Export Operator to join a busy freight forwarding team in Bradford. This is a full-cycle export role covering sales support/quoting, operational execution, customs clearance, documentation, and shipment delivery.
This is an immediate requirement for someone confident handling air export shipments end-to-end in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
Manage end-to-end air export shipments from booking through to final delivery
Provide freight quotations and support sales enquiries
Coordinate with airlines, agents, transport providers, and warehouse teams
Prepare and process export documentation including AWBs, invoices, packing lists, and customs declarations
Ensure compliance with international shipping regulations, customs requirements, and IATA guidelines
Book cargo space and monitor flight schedules to meet deadlines
Track shipments and provide regular customer updates
Resolve operational issues including delays, documentation queries, and customs matters
Maintain accurate shipment records and ensure smooth internal communication
Deliver excellent customer service throughout the export process
Requirements
Proven experience in air freight export operations is essential
Strong knowledge of customs procedures and export documentation
Ability to manage time-critical shipments under pressure
Excellent communication and customer service skills
High attention to detail and strong organisational ability
Opportunity to join a supportive and fast-paced freight environment.
Apply online or to find out more, get in touch with Michaela at Cubed Talent on 01274 599354.