Our client, a freight forwarder is looking for an Export Sales Coordinator to join their office in Barking.
3. Main responsibilities and tasks
* Provide sea freight quotations across multiple export trades in line with HQ policies, ensuring all agreements are accurately filed and promptly updated within the global EDI system
* Drive additional business opportunities by developing existing accounts and proactively engaging with new customers to help achieve HQ KPI's
* Identify and develop small to mid-size NAC opportunities, coordinating rate proposals in consultation with the BCO team
* Promote their value-added services, including trucking, customs clearance, and warehousing in collaboration with the Supply Chain team
* Initiate free time applications, ensuring all documentation is provided and maintained accurately
* Resolve pricing-related invoice queries efficiently and with attention to detail
* Participate in Teams calls or face-to-face meetings when requested by the line manager
* Conduct general market research to identify and support the development of new business opportunities
4. Requirements
* Proven experience within a shipping environment
* Strong MS office skills, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint intermediate level and above
* Excellent organizational and time management skills
* Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
* Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively
* Attention to details and problem-solving skills
5. Benefits
* Competitive Salary
* 20 Days annual leave plus BH's - increasing with service
* Life assurance of 4 times annual salary
* EPA scheme
* (email address removed) inc. Virtual GP appointments, wellbeing, finance etc. app based
* Pension scheme