Trailer Freight Groupage Clerk

linkup; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics provider is seeking an experienced Trailer Freight Groupage Clerk to manage groupage shipments by road from just outside Leeds City Centre. This full-time office-based role requires 2-3 years of experience in road freight forwarding, preferably in groupage operations. Responsibilities include ensuring cost-efficient transport solutions, on-time delivery, and compliance with all requirements. The role offers a competitive salary package with additional benefits including pension and onsite parking.

Benefits

Salary £30,000 to £35,000

20 days holidays plus additional days

Pension scheme

Membership to Perkbox

Onsite parking

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in road freight forwarding, preferably in groupage operations.
• Strong knowledge of European transport networks and groupage processes.
• Understanding of customs procedures, Incoterms, and ADR requirements.

Responsibilities

• Quote, coordinate and manage the groupage shipments by road.
• Ensure cost-efficient transport solutions and on-time delivery.
• Maintain compliance with legal, customs, and company requirements.
• Plan, consolidate, and dispatch groupage cargo while ensuring customer satisfaction.

Skills

Road freight forwarding experience

Knowledge of European transport networks

Understanding of customs procedures

Proficiency in TMS / ERP systems

Excellent organizational skills

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to manage multiple shipments

Tools

TMS / ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our client is an established leading provider of Global freight forwarding transport solutions operating in Europe with 18 strategically located offices across the UK, Benelux, Poland, Czech Republic, Hungary, Bulgaria and Romania. Offering road, rail, air and sea freight services with competitively priced solutions. The operations are backed by long‑term partnerships with trusted logistics providers and over 200 dedicated professionals serving many household names : This is a full‑time office‑based role for an experienced Trailer Freight Groupage Clerk located just outside of Leeds City Centre. Main responsibilities include quoting, coordinating and managing the groupage (consolidated) shipments by road, ensuring cost‑efficient transport solutions, on‑time delivery, and full compliance with legal, customs, and company requirements. The role ensures the effective planning, consolidation, and dispatch of groupage cargo while maintaining customer satisfaction and operational control.

Qualifications & Experience

• 2‑3 years of experience in road freight forwarding, preferably in groupage operations.
• Strong knowledge of European transport networks and groupage processes.
• Understanding of customs procedures, Incoterms, and ADR requirements.
• Proficiency in TMS / ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple shipments and priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

Package and Benefits

• Salary £30,000 to £35,000
• 20 days holidays to start plus 2 additional days between Christmas and New year (plus bank holidays)
• Pension scheme
• Membership to Perkbox with monthly points added to the account
• Onsite parking