European Operations Manager

WR Logistics; Bradford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days holiday

Mon-Fri hours 08:00-17:00 or 08:30-17:

Career progression

Stable working environment

Training and development

Job summary

WR Logistics is seeking an experienced European Operations Manager to lead European road freight import and export movements. You will own the operation end-to-end and drive improvements across a busy, customer-facing function.

This role offers a Monday–Friday schedule, a competitive salary (£45,000–£60,000) and clear career progression within a growing international logistics business. You will mentor a team and partner with stakeholders to deliver reliable, on-time freight solutions across

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing European Road Freight operations.
• Strong knowledge of start-to-finish import and export processes.
• Excellent leadership and people management skills.
• Commercial awareness with a customer-first mindset.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced logistics environment.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage European road freight operations from start to finish.
• Lead a high-performing operations team to deliver import/export movements.
• Drive operational excellence and continuous improvement across the function.
• Prioritise customer satisfaction and ensure quality service.
• Collaborate with internal teams to optimise processes.

Skills

European road freight operations

Import & Export processes

Leadership

Commercial awareness

Fast-paced logistics environment

Job description

European Operations Manager - Road Freight (Import & Export)

Salary: £45,000 - £60,000 + Excellent Benefits

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join one of the UK's most established and respected international logistics providers. With continued investment, long-term stability, and genuine career progression, this is your chance to become part of a business renowned for delivering first-class European road freight solutions.

The Role

You'll take ownership of a busy European road freight operation, managing start-to-finish import and export movements while leading a high-performing operations team. This is a hands-on management role where you'll drive operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience managing European Road Freight operations
• Strong knowledge of start-to-finish import and export processes
• Excellent leadership and people management skills
• Commercial awareness with a customer-first mindset
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced logistics environment

What's On Offer

• £45,000 - £60,000 salary
• 30 days total holiday
• Monday-Friday working hours: 08:00-17:00 or 08:30-17:30
• Long-term career progression with a growing international logistics business
• Stable, supportive working environment
• Investment in employee development and training

Join a highly respected business with an outstanding reputation across the European freight marketIf you're an experienced European Operations Manager looking for your next challenge with a business that values its people and offers genuine opportunities to develop your career, we'd love to hear from you.