Road Freight Operator
- Morley, West Yorkshire Leeds
- £40,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
Location: Morley, Leeds
Salary: up to £40,000 (depending on experience)
Hours: 37.5 hoursAre you looking to build a career in international logistics? Do you have a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and eagerness to learn? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.We are seeking a European Road Freight Forwarder to join our clients busy team in Morley, Leeds. In this role, you’ll support the senior operators in managing the planning and execution of European road freight movements. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced, professional environment, with full training provided.Key Responsibilities:Assist in planning groupage, full loads, and express deliveries to and from European destinationsSupport the allocation of domestic collections and deliveries to in-house teams and third-party hauliersInteract with round-trip drivers and overseas agentsHelp source international transport equipment and negotiate with hauliersManage and update operational data and documentationHandle customer queries and provide timely operational updatesSupport customs clearance processes, including export/import declarations, GVMS, and NCTSMonitor and report on client KPIsAssist with providing spot quotations and preparing files for invoicingWhat We’re Looking For:You don’t need experience in freight or logistics to apply – your attitude is what matters most. If you’re organised, proactive, and ready to learn, we’ll provide all the training and support you need.Ideal (but not essential) qualities include:Interest in European road freight or transport operationsBasic understanding of customs proceduresStrong Microsoft Office skills (especially Excel and Word)Confident communication skills, both written and verbalAttention to detail and a high level of accuracyAbility to build relationships with customers and colleaguesCommercial awareness and a customer-focused mindsetWhat’s in it for you?Structured training and developmentReal career progression opportunitiesA collaborative and supportive team environmentCompetitive salary and benefitsExposure to international logistics and customs processes
- 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Yearly bonus