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Road Freight Operator - European & International Freight
Location: Leeds
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
Salary: Competitive + Annual Bonus
Holiday: 25 days + bank holidays
We are seeking an experienced Road Freight Operator with strong knowledge of European, international, and groupage road freight to join our clients close-knit team.
This is a hands-on operational role that involves end-to-end management of road freight shipments across Europe. You'll be working in a busy, fast-paced environment, coordinating deliveries, liaising with overseas partners, managing documentation, and ensuring excellent customer service throughout.
Key Responsibilities:
* Plan and manage groupage, full loads, and express deliveries to and from European destinations
* Liaise with round-trip drivers and source one-way international equipment
* Negotiate with international and domestic hauliers to secure transport
* Maintain regular contact with overseas agents and partners
* Allocate domestic collections/deliveries to in-house teams and third-party hauliers
* Handle customer queries and provide accurate operational updates
* Manage KPIs for major clients
* Handle customs formalities including export/import declarations, GVMS, and NCTS
* Provide spot quotations and charge files for invoicing
* Support and oversee a Junior Operator
* Complete data entry and documentation accurately and efficiently
Requirements:
* Demonstrated experience in European road freight operations
* Strong knowledge of groupage and full load planning
* In-depth understanding of customs procedures and international freight documentation
* Familiarity with the import/export market
* Strong administrative skills with attention to detail
* Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
* Commercially aware and customer-focused
* Full UK driving licence (ideal due to location)
What We Offer:
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays
* Annual performance-based bonus
* Free on-site parking
* Flexible working hours: start between 7:00am and 9:00am
* One-hour lunch break
* Supportive working environment
* Opportunities for development and progression
* Please note: this is an on-site role, remote working is not available
WR Logistics are the #1 recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit UK wide for permanent and contract jobs.
WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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