Road Freight Coordinator

WR Logistics; Birch; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic logistics company is seeking a proactive Road Freight Coordinator in Birch, UK. You will manage daily freight operations, negotiate rates, and ensure timely deliveries. The ideal candidate has 2+ years in road freight/logistics coordination, excellent negotiation and communication skills, and proficiency in TMS systems and Microsoft Office. The role offers a salary of £32,000 plus benefits including performance bonuses and development opportunities.

Benefits

Annual performance bonus

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Around 2+ years of experience in road freight, transport coordination, or haulage.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Confident using TMS systems and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily road freight movements and bookings.
• Build and manage relationships with subcontracted carriers.
• Negotiate rates to secure cost-effective solutions.
• Monitor delivery performance and resolve issues proactively.
• Maintain accurate documentation in the TMS.

Skills

Road freight experience

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

TMS systems proficiency

Microsoft Office proficiency

Job description

Road Freight Coordinator

Heywood

Salary £32k + Package

Do you have experience in road freight or logistics coordination? We're looking for a proactive and highly organised Road Freight Coordinator to join our busy transport team.

In this role, you'll coordinate subcontracted transport operations, build strong working relationships with external hauliers, negotiate competitive rates, and ensure freight is delivered on time and to specification. You'll be responsible for daily freight bookings, delivery tracking, KPI monitoring and providing exceptional service to our customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily road freight movements and bookings
• Build and manage relationships with subcontracted carriers
• Negotiate rates to secure cost‑effective solutions
• Monitor delivery performance and resolve issues proactively
• Maintain accurate documentation in the TMS

Requirements

• Experience in road freight, transport coordination or haulage (around 2+ years preferred)
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Confident using TMS systems and Microsoft Office

Package

• £32,000 base salary
• Annual performance bonus
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Career development with a growing logistics provider