Freight Forwarder

White Recruitment; Burton upon Trent; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Burton upon Trent is seeking a European Road Freight Operator to manage and coordinate freight operations across Europe. The role requires proven experience in road freight operations and excellent communication skills. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with regulations, manage daily tasks within the road freight division, and provide exceptional customer service. Competitive salary up to £30,000 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of transportation and operation regulations.
• Proficiency with relevant software for transportation management.
• Groupage experience is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Organise and coordinate end-to-end European road freight operations.
• Manage daily operations, including driver communication and monitoring shipments.
• Provide freight rates, quotes, and pricing solutions for customers.

Skills

Proven experience in Road Freight operations

Excellent communication and negotiation skills

Ability to problem solve in a fast-paced environment

Tools

Transportation management software

Job description

We are recruiting for our client, an international multi modal freight forwarder that provides start to finish operations, including break bulk and project services. The company has been running for 25 years and is looking to expand their Road Freight team.

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Location: Burton-on-Trent

Hours: Monday – Friday, 9am – 17:30 (approx)

Salary: Up to £30,000 (DOE)

We are seeking a European Road Freight Operator to join their expanding team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for planning, coordinating and overseeing road freight operations throughout Europe.

Your key responsibilities as a Road Freight Forwarder:

• Organise and coordinate end to end European road freight operations
• Customer centric operations
• Manage daily operations of the road freight division, including driver communication, monitoring shipments and handling any issues that arise during transit
• Provide freight rates, quotes and pricing solutions for customers
• Track and update delivery statutes in the company's system and provide regular updates to clients
• Resolve any issues or delays that may arise
• Job invoicing and costing
• Ensure the department stays up to date with regulations, ensuring compliance with all documentation

Requirements:

• Proven experience in Road Freight operations
• A strong understanding of transportation and operation regulations
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• The ability to problem solve and work effectively in a fast‑paced environment and working to tight deadlines
• Proficiency in relevant software for transportation management
• Groupage experience is an advantage

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Distribution, Supply Chain, and Strategy/Planning

Industries

• Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage and Freight and Package Transportation