ALS Recruiting Ltd
Export Supervisor
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Export Supervisor 📍 East London | 💷 £40,000 – £48,000 + Benefits |
I'm currently recruiting for an Export Supervisor on behalf of a well-established and growing freight forwarding business based in East London.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced export professional looking to step into a leadership role or for an existing supervisor seeking a position where they can make a genuine impact. The successful candidate will take ownership of the export operation, lead a team of five, and play a key role in driving operational efficiency and service excellence.
Key Responsibilities Oversee the day-to-day running of the export operation. Act as the primary escalation point for operational, customer, and supplier issues. Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 5 operational staff. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and profitability. Work closely with commercial teams to support customer growth and maximise operational performance. Monitor workflows, customer queries, and supplier relationships to ensure service levels are maintained. Support credit control activities and ensure accounts remain up to date. Manage team performance, holiday approvals, and employee development.
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Ideal Candidate Strong background in export freight forwarding and logistics operations. Previous supervisory or team leadership experience. Excellent operational knowledge across export processes and documentation. A proactive and solutions-focused approach with a passion for improving processes. Strong communication, organisational, and people management skills. Ability to work autonomously and take ownership of operational performance.
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What's on Offer? Salary of £40,000 – £48,000 Genuine career progression opportunities Supportive leadership team and positive working culture Opportunity to shape and improve operational processes Stable and growing business with ambitious plans
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