European Road Freight Operator

Position: European Road Freight Operator

Location: Pontefract

Hours: Monday – Friday, 9am – 17:30 (approx)

Salary: £35,000 – £38,000 (DOE)

We are recruiting for a client of ours who was established over 45 years ago and is still proudly a family-owned company, that specialises in road freight services in the UK and across Europe.

We are seeking a European Road Freight Operator to join their expanding team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for planning, coordinating and overseeing road freight operations throughout Europe.

Your key responsibilities as a European Road Freight Operator:

• Organise and coordinate European road freight operations
• Coordinating with drivers, suppliers and customers to ensure timely delivery of shipments
• Provide freight rates, quotes and pricing solutions for customers
• Deliver exceptional customer service
• Track and update delivery statutes in the company’s system and provide regular updates to clients
• Resolving any issues or delays that may arise
• Job invoicing and costing
• Making sure the department stays up to date with regulations, ensuring compliance with all documentation

Requirements:

• Proven experience in European road freight operations
• A strong understanding of transportation and operation regulations
• Experience dealing with Benelux is very desirable (Belgium, Netherlands, Luxembourg)
  
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• The ability to problem solve and work effectively in a fast-paced environment and working to tight deadlines
• Proficiency in relevant software for transportation management.
• Groupage experience is an advantage

• Salary up to £38,000 (DOE)
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Company pension contribution
• Free on-site parking

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