Road Freight Coordinator

WR Logistics; Telford; Hybrid; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics recruitment agency in Telford seeks a Freight Operations Coordinator to join their dynamic team. The role involves managing freight shipments, handling customs clearance, and negotiating with hauliers. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication and organisational skills and experience in logistics. The position offers a salary of £28,000 and work-from-home options.

Benefits

Salary £28,000

Work-from-home options

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• Experience in freight or logistics is preferred.
• Ability to work confidently under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with hauliers and agents to manage freight shipments.
• Handle customs clearance and update systems.
• Negotiate rates with hauliers for pricing.
• Identify cost reduction opportunities.
• Support internal departments with process improvements.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Problem-solving ability

Attention to detail

Team player

Job description

Location: Telford
Salary: £28,000

Are you an organised and proactive individual looking to build a career in logistics and freight operations? We're recruiting for a Freight Operations Coordinator to join a dynamic and supportive team in Telford, ensuring that freight movements are managed efficiently and cost‑effectively from start to finish.

Key Responsibilities

• Liaise with hauliers, agents, and internal teams to arrange and manage freight shipments.
• Handle customs clearance and update systems with shipment and costing information.
• Negotiate rates with hauliers to secure competitive pricing and reliable service.
• Identify opportunities to reduce transport costs and improve margins.
• Support internal departments and contribute to process improvements.

About You

• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work confidently under pressure and solve problems effectively.
• A team player with a proactive attitude and attention to detail.
• Experience in freight or logistics.

Benefits

• Salary £28,000
• Work‑from‑home options
• Ongoing training and development

If you're ready to start or grow your career in freight operations, apply today to join a fast-paced and friendly team that values initiative and growth.

WR Logistics are the #1 recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit in the UK & USA for permanent jobs.

WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.