Freight Operations Supervisor - Ireland & UK Logistics

Linda Taylors Ltd; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Linda Taylors Ltd in Greater Manchester is seeking an experienced Irish Freight Supervisor to manage import/export movements between Great Britain, Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland, coordinating shipments and supervising daily freight activities.

The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of NI/ROI customs procedures, supervisory experience in freight/logistics, and excellent planning, customer service and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in Irish freight operations (import/export).
• Strong knowledge of customs procedures for Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland.
• Previous supervisory or senior operational experience within freight forwarding or logistics.
• Excellent trailer planning and organisational skills.
• Ability to prioritise workloads and make decisions under pressure.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Commercial awareness of freight quotations, costs and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing the day-to-day coordination and planning of Irish freight movements.
• Managing trailer planning and scheduling of import and export shipments.
• Support the smooth running of freight operations and resolve delays.
• Ensure accurate customs documentation is prepared and processed.
• Manage customer orders, freight quotations and job costing.
• Act as a key contact for customers, transport partners and internal departments.
• Support and guide colleagues with daily operational activities.
• Maintain accurate records and administrative processes.

Job description

Linda Taylors Ltd in Greater Manchester is seeking an experienced Irish Freight Supervisor to manage import/export movements between Great Britain, Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland, coordinating shipments and supervising daily freight activities.

The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of NI/ROI customs procedures, supervisory experience in freight/logistics, and excellent planning, customer service and communication skills.