Transport Operator - European Part & Full Load

DSV - Global Transport and Logistics; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global freight forwarding company is seeking a Transport Operator to manage European Part Load and Full Load transport planning. The ideal candidate will have over a year of experience in freight forwarding, a strong ability in finance management, and excellent communication skills. You will work in a dynamic environment focused on quality service and efficiency, helping to shape the future of logistics. A competitive salary and benefits package is included.

Benefits

Competitive salary & benefits package

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Direct experience in European Part and Full Load Planning Operations is preferred.
• Hardworking, punctual, and conscientious.
• Basic Import & Export Customs knowledge is preferable.

Responsibilities

• Plan European Part Load and Full Load Transports.
• Manage and improve supplier transport productivity.
• Resolve transport issues to ensure timely and cost-effective deliveries.

Skills

Profit and loss finance management

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Decision-making skills

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office Suite proficiency

Education

1+ years’ experience in European Freight Forwarding Operations

Familiarity with Road Transport Planning fundamentals

Tools

Transport TMS systems

Job description

Overview

Transport Operator – European Part & Full Load. DSV Road Ltd, Purfleet are looking for a Transport Operator within the European Part & Full Load department.

The Transport Operator will have responsibilities involving and including all aspects related to the arrangement of transport for European Part Load and European full load transports to and from the UK. The person we are looking for must be self-driven, results-oriented with a positive outlook and a clear focus on high job quality as well as profit making.

The successful candidate, who will be reporting to the Operations Supervisor, should have good financial awareness, organised and punctual, good knowledge of the road freight industry and prior experience in international trailer planning.

We are looking for a person who can add extra quality to our already highly skilled planning team and be able come up with alternative solutions to challenges and problems whilst at the same time work under pressure. Flexibility and versatility in working capacity will be required, the candidate will predominantly be utilizing international trailer planning experience and skills. They will also be required to have working knowledge of and capability to be involved with order management, transport finance, transport administration and customer services.

Main purpose of Job

The main purpose of the job is to plan European Part Load Transports and European Full Load Transports at the request of and to the requirement the DSV UK Ltd client base. Planning and operations must be completed to satisfactory internal and external KPI requirements, relating to, but not limited to; Delivery timeline(s), transport requirements, international laws & governance, and financial targets.

Key Tasks

• Export trailer planning of part load and full loads.
• Import trailer planning of part load and full loads.
• Resolution of transport issues, to ensure timely and cost-effective deliveries.
• Manage and improve supplier transport productivity by means of accurate planning, smart decision making and prompt issue resolution.
• Combining part loads to ensure the service level expected by customers are met, whilst ensuring the transports arranged are cost effective.
• Instructing and coordinating transport customs paperwork and procedures.
• Dealing with customs issues which may arise, with our internal customs department and external customers/suppliers.
• Haulage sourcing, rate negotiating and assessing any subcontractors ensuring they are approved and fulfil any legal requirements.
• Communicating with drivers and hauliers.
• Ensure legislative compliance in all areas.
• Ensure that the company operates within all agreed operational procedures, and within statutory requirements including the provision and maintenance of a safe working environment.
• Arrange with approved hauliers for transport of cargo, confirm availability of equipment and agree prices where no tariff exists, to maximise cost effectiveness.
• Perform and correctly finalize General Administration, e.g. check costs in accordance with departmental requirements, create CMRs, approve supplier costs, etc).
• Promote and maintain relationship with internal and external Partners, suppliers and clients to ensure a continual development of service and service levels.
• Calculate prices and internally quote movements based on and accounting for transport requirements.

Experience, Skills & Qualifications

• 1+ years’ experience in a European Freight Forwarding Operations.
• Preferably direct experience in European Part and Full Load Planning Operations.
• High proficiency in Profit and loss finance management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Passionate about delivering high quality customer service.
• Hard working, punctual, and conscientious.
• Good IT skills, in particular Microsoft Office Suite, Transport TMS systems.
• Familiarity with basic Road Transport Planning fundamentals and terminologies (e.g. CBM, LDM, market rates, etc).
• Strong decision-making skills.
• Highly motivated with a positive attitude.
• Good organisational skills, with an ability to plan and manage own time.
• At least a basic Import & Export Customs knowledge is preferable.

What we can offer you

• A role in one of the largest market leading global freight forwarding companies.
• Being part of a strong team of performance driven colleagues.
• Competitive salary & benefits package.
• Great opportunities for career progression.
• A professional, modern working environment.

Start Date & Location

Start Date: ASAP

Location: DSV Road Ltd, Stonehouse Lane, Purfleet, RM19 1NX

DSV – Global transport and logistics

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With close to 160,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we work every day to offer solid services and meet our customers’ needs and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent, fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you.

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