Job Description
Road Freight Operator
Bradford
Salary: £28,000 – £32,000 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.