Road Freight Coordinator

White Recruitment Construction; Heywood; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics and transportation firm based in Heywood is seeking a proactive Road Freight Coordinator to manage subcontracted transport operations. This role requires strong communication and negotiation skills, along with a minimum of 2 years of experience in road freight or transport coordination. Key responsibilities include coordinating daily freight bookings, managing relationships with external hauliers, and monitoring delivery performance. A competitive salary package is offered, including performance bonuses and development opportunities.

Benefits

£32,000 base salary

Annual performance bonus

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Career development with a growing logistics provider

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in road freight or transport coordination.
• Strong communication and negotiation abilities.
• Confident with 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.
• Maintain accurate documentation in the TMS.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

TMS systems

Microsoft Office

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