Export Account Operator
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- England,South East,Kent,Ashford
- Full Time, Permanent
- £28,000 per annum
Job Description:
This is a fast-paced, hands-on role at the heart of an export operation. As an Export Account Operator, you’ll be the key link between overseas customers, suppliers, warehouses, and freight partners—making sure high-quality chilled and ambient products reach global markets smoothly, compliantly, and on time. If you enjoy coordination, problem-solving, and international logistics, this role puts you right where the action is.
*Salary: £28,000 per annum plus bonus
*Great benefits package
*Onsite role (no hybrid working)
*Structured working hours in a fast-paced, supportive environment
What will my role entail as an Export Account Operator?
*Export Account Operator acts as primary point of contact for export customers, building strong and lasting working relationships
*Receive and manage export orders from overseas customers, ensuring accuracy and completeness
*Coordinate the end-to-end ordering process to ensure export orders are supplied in full and on time
*Place orders with branded products
*Check inbound delivery notes and supplier invoices against purchase orders, resolving any discrepancies, shortages, or damages
*Develop strong relationships with suppliers and proactively manage supply challenges
*Liaise closely with the warehouse to meet shipment deadlines for chilled and ambient airfreight exports
*Book inbound stock and prepare sales invoices using SAP
*Prepare and issue all required export documentation
*Work with consular service providers to obtain certified and legalised export documents
*Submit APHA and HMI applications for produce shipments
*Complete export declarations with HMRC using ASM Sequoia
*Make bookings and maintain ongoing communication with freight forwarders
*Keep customers fully informed with accurate shipment updates
*Authorise purchase invoices for payment
*Maintain organised correspondence files for each export customer
*Complete shipment costings to monitor gross margin performance and invoice status
Why This Role Is Exciting *Exposure to international exports and global supply chains
*A varied role combining customer service, logistics, compliance, and finance
*Real responsibility and ownership of shipments from order to delivery
*Opportunity to build strong relationships across suppliers, customers, and logistics partners
*A dynamic environment where no two days are the same
*Salary: £28,000 per annum plus bonus
*Great benefits package
*Onsite role (no hybrid working)
*Structured working hours in a fast-paced, supportive environment
What will my role entail as an Export Account Operator?
*Export Account Operator acts as primary point of contact for export customers, building strong and lasting working relationships
*Receive and manage export orders from overseas customers, ensuring accuracy and completeness
*Coordinate the end-to-end ordering process to ensure export orders are supplied in full and on time
*Place orders with branded products
*Check inbound delivery notes and supplier invoices against purchase orders, resolving any discrepancies, shortages, or damages
*Develop strong relationships with suppliers and proactively manage supply challenges
*Liaise closely with the warehouse to meet shipment deadlines for chilled and ambient airfreight exports
*Book inbound stock and prepare sales invoices using SAP
*Prepare and issue all required export documentation
*Work with consular service providers to obtain certified and legalised export documents
*Submit APHA and HMI applications for produce shipments
*Complete export declarations with HMRC using ASM Sequoia
*Make bookings and maintain ongoing communication with freight forwarders
*Keep customers fully informed with accurate shipment updates
*Authorise purchase invoices for payment
*Maintain organised correspondence files for each export customer
*Complete shipment costings to monitor gross margin performance and invoice status
Why This Role Is Exciting *Exposure to international exports and global supply chains
*A varied role combining customer service, logistics, compliance, and finance
*Real responsibility and ownership of shipments from order to delivery
*Opportunity to build strong relationships across suppliers, customers, and logistics partners
*A dynamic environment where no two days are the same
Job number 3376611
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Company Details:
Layka Recruitment
Company size: 5–9 employees
Industry: Recruitment Consultancy
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