Road Freight Forwarder

Road Freight Coordinator
Location: Basildon
Salary: Up to 37,000 (depending on experience)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM (1-hour lunch break)

Join an award-winning company that puts people first!

Our client who was Voted Top European Road Freight Provider 2023, this is not your typical corporate machine- priding a personal touch in everything they do.

A well-established and growing logistics company, specialising in temperature-controlled, European road freight, groupage, part load, and full load operations. With a strong focus on customer service, we offer tailored solutions that set us apart from the competition.

Our client is seeking a Road Freight Coordinator to manage and coordinate both import and export operations across Europe.

• Manage groupage, part load, and full load road freight operations across Europe.
• Handle temperature-controlled shipments and ensure compliance with transport regulations.
• Provide competitive spot quotes, ensuring cost-effective solutions.
• Process bookings, input orders, and liaise with suppliers to ensure smooth shipment progress.
• Oversee invoicing procedures, including supplier invoice verification.
• Deliver top-tier customer service and maintain strong client relationships.

• Minimum 2 years' experience in road freight forwarding.
• Experience with imports and exports.
• Knowledge of customs procedures (preferred).
• Strong customer relationship-building skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

• Salary up to 37k (dependent on experience).
• 20 days holiday + bank holidays, increasing yearly.
• Pension scheme for long-term financial security.
• Bonus scheme to reward your hard work.
• Healthcare scheme to support your well-being.

If you're looking to join a company where you're valued as an individual-not just another cog in the machine-apply today and become part of our award-winning team!

WR Logistics are the 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.