Road Freight Operator
Bradford
Salary: £28,000 - £35,000 per year
Monday - Friday - 09:00-17:30 (1 hour lunch break)
We're looking for a hands-on Road Freight Operator to join our clients Bradford team. You'll be responsible for coordinating international road shipments across Europe, ensuring cargo moves efficiently, accurately, and on schedule.
Benefits & Perks
25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
Company Pension
Bonus Incentives
Free Healthcare after 3 years
Free Onsite Parking
Opportunities for progression in a growing company
Cycle to Work Scheme
Key Responsibilities
Handle client requests for quotations for European road freight shipments, liaising with carriers, agents, and suppliers to provide competitive pricing.
End to end management of road freight shipments.
Manage all bookings, entering shipment information into the system and coordinating with partners and carriers to arrange transportation.
Keep clients informed on shipment progress and proactively resolve any issues to ensure timely delivery.
Prepare and issue all necessary documentation, including CMRs, transit papers, certificates, invoices, and customs forms as required.
Forward instructions to carriers and ensure documentation is returned and processed correctly.
Monitor shipments to meet company standards and customer expectations.
Ensure cargo is released only with the correct documentation and cleared payments for non-credit accounts.
Review and query supplier invoices when necessary, forwarding details to accounts.
Ideal Candidate Experience
Previous experience in European road freight operations.
Experience working for a UK based Freight Forwarder.
Groupage an advantage, but not essential
Knowledge of road freight documentation, including CMRs and customs paperwork.
Excellent communication and negotiation abilities to work with clients, carriers, and agents.WR Logistics are the #1 recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit in the UK & USA for permanent jobs.
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