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Salary: circa. £30,000 - £34,000pa (DOE)
Road Freight Forwarder
Location: Felixstowe
Salary: circa. £30,000 - £34,000pa (DOE)
Working Hours: Monday to Friday - 9:00am-5:00pm
We are currently recruiting on behalf of a leading logistics provider for an experienced Road Freight Forwarder to join their Felixstowe-based operations team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled freight professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a strong understanding of European trade lanes.
Package Benefits
* Bonus Scheme
* Private Medical Scheme
* Pension matched up to 8%
* Life Assurance
* 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays
* Excellent training programme.
* Opportunities and encouragement for progression within the company.
Key Responsibilities
* Plan and coordinate groupage road freight movements across Europe.
* Manage the complete door-to-door operation, including collection, transit, customs (where applicable), and delivery.
* Maintain strong communication with hauliers, partners, and internal stakeholders.
* Monitor schedules, respond to delays, and implement contingency plans as required.
* Ensure compliance with all transport regulations and documentation standards.
* Identify opportunities for efficiency and cost savings.
Requirements
* Proven experience in road freight forwarding or transport operations, ideally within a European context.
* In-depth knowledge of European trade lanes and associated transit times.
* Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
* Proficiency in transport management systems is an advantage.
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Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Contract
Job function
* Job function
Management and Manufacturing
* Industries
Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
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