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Road Freight Operator
Job Posted: a day ago
Salary: £ 30,000 - 45,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Morley, West Yorkshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
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
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