Road Freight Operator

21 Days Old

Road Freight Operator
Location: Middlesbrough
Package: Up to £35k + Excellent Benefits
A well-established and growing international logistics provider is looking to recruit an experienced Road Freight Operator to join their busy operations team in Middlesbrough.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with European road freight experience, particularly within Nordic markets, to join a highly respected logistics organisation known for delivering reliable, customer-focused transport solutions.
You will play a key role in coordinating groupage and full-load trailer movements between the UK and Scandinavia, ensuring shipments move efficiently while maintaining exceptional service levels for customers.
The Role
As a Road Freight Operator, you will be responsible for managing the end-to-end movement of freight across Nordic trade lanes, ensuring all operational, documentation and customer requirements are met.
Key responsibilities include:
Planning and coordinating groupage and full-load trailer movements between the UK and Scandinavia Negotiating rates with transport providers and hauliers Booking collections and ensuring freight meets sailing and departure deadlines Providing competitive quotations to customers Preparing and checking transport and customs documentation Completing import/export declarations where required Providing shipment updates and resolving customer queries Maintaining strong customer relationships and service standards Ensuring compliance with customs regulations, trade compliance and internal procedures
What We're Looking For
Previous experience in road freight or European groupage operations Experience with Scandinavian or Nordic markets is highly desirable Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced logistics environment Confident communicator with strong customer service skills Experience negotiating with hauliers and transport providers Good IT skills including Microsoft OfficeWR 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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Location:
Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire
Salary:
£27,000 - £35,000 /annum Bonuses
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Distribution

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