Road Export Operator

Distinct Consultancy Group; Wythenshawe; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension 5%

25 days annual leave

Bank holidays

Death in service

Private healthcare

Employee assistance

Retailer discounts

Company events

On-site gym

Sick pay

Job summary

Distinct Consultancy Group is seeking a Road Export Operator near Manchester Airport to coordinate and manage export transportation for road freight. You will ensure timely shipments, accurate documentation and carrier coordination in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires strong knowledge of freight forwarding, customs procedures, and CRM data entry, with engagement across customers, suppliers and overseas agents. A proactive approach and logistical acumen are essential.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years experience in Road Freight.
• Knowledge of freight forwarding, customs procedures and regulatory compliance.
• Experience liaising with customers, suppliers, carriers and overseas agents.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end export operations for road freight, including scheduling, documentation and carrier coordination.
• Utilize transportation management systems (TMS) to plan routes, track shipments and optimize delivery schedules.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and customs requirements and assist with customs procedures.
• Coordinate with 3PL providers and enter accurate data into the CRM.

Skills

Export operations

CRM data entry

Carrier coordination

Regulatory compliance

Customer liaison

Tools

Cargowise

Job description

Road Export Operator - Wythenshawe - Paying up to £35,000 + Career Progression + Benefits

My client a well established Global Freight Operator are looking for a Road Export Operator to join their team based near Manchester Airport. In this role you will coordinate and manage the export transportation processes for road freight, ensuring seamless movement of goods across borders and regions. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a fast-paced environment where your proactive approach and logistical skills will drive success.

As Road Freight Operator you will:

• Manage end-to-end export operations for road freight, including scheduling, documentation, and carrier coordination
• Utilize transportation management systems (TMS) to plan routes, track shipments, and optimize delivery schedules
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards and customs requirements
• Assist the team in customs procedures
• Coordinate with third-party logistics providers to facilitate smooth transportation workflows
• Enter accurate data into the CRM
• Negotiate rates and service terms with carriers to secure cost-effective solutions while maintaining high service quality

Experience as Road Freight Operator:

• At least 3 years experience in Road Freight
• Desirable in Air/Road/Sea operations
• Strong understanding of supply chain logistics, including freight forwarding, customs procedures, and regulatory compliance
• Experience liasing with Customers, suppliers, carriers and overseas agents.
• Skilled in data entry with high accuracy to ensure reliable shipment tracking and documentation
• Experience using Cargowise
• Knowledge of FDA regulations related to the transportation of regulated goods
• Ability to coordinate with 3PL providers effectively while managing multiple shipments simultaneously

Benefits you will receive as Road Freight Operator:

• Working hours are 9.00am-5.30pm Monday-Friday.
• Pension scheme of 5%
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays with an extra day after 5,8-, and 10-years' service
• Death in service (4x salary)
• Private healthcare after 6 months service
• Employee assistance programme
• Retailer discounts
• Company events
• On-site gym
• Sick pay