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Job Description

Position: Export Account ManagerLocation: LeedsSalary: £30,000 - £35,000 + OTE bonus

Our client, a specialist freight forwarding business, is seeking an Export Account Manager to take ownership of a portfolio of clients, managing their export requirements from start to finish.This is a client-facing role with a strong operational focus, overseeing the full export process from quotation through to delivery.

Job Overview

Act as the main point of contact for allocated clients, managing their day-to-day export requirements Take full ownership of shipments from initial enquiry through to final delivery Coordinate export movements across LCL, FCL, Airfreight, RoRo, and Road freight Negotiate rates with shipping lines and suppliers, providing competitive quotations within agreed margins Follow up on quotations and support in securing and retaining business Prepare and manage all export and customs documentation, ensuring compliance and accuracy Monitor shipments throughout, liaising with customers, carriers, and overseas agents, providing regular updates Arrange UK collections and deliveries from customer load points through to destination Ensure all shipment data is accurately recorded and maintained within internal systems Prepare and issue sales invoices, and check/authorise supplier invoices for payment Work collaboratively within a small team, supporting colleagues and assisting with training where required Identify potential opportunities for growth within existing accounts and flag to management

Job Requirements

Previous experience within freight forwarding/export operations is essential Experience with deep sea exports is advantageous but not essential Confident managing client relationships alongside operational responsibilities Strong understanding of export processes, documentation, and customs procedures Ability to manage multiple shipments and priorities in a fast-paced environment Comfortable working within a small team and flat management structure Looking for a stable, long-term position with ownership of their role

Salary & Benefits

£30,000 - £35,000 (DOE) + Monthly bonus scheme Monday - Friday, 08:30 - 17:00 Early finish Friday (approx. 15:00-15:30, discretionary) 23 days holiday, plus bank holidays and birthday off Contributory pension (5% employee / 3% employer) 24/7 Health & Wellbeing support (including GP access and counselling for staff and family) Newly refurbished offices with free on-site parking Regular social events and company-funded activities Annual salary and performance reviews

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.

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