Road Freight Operator – Manchester – Up to £34,000 – Hybrid Working

We’re recruiting for an experienced Road Freight Operator to join a large, global freight forwarding business in Manchester. This is a great opportunity to join an established company with a friendly, supportive team who genuinely get on well and enjoy working together.

They’re looking for someone with a strong background in road freight forwarding who can manage shipments efficiently, deliver excellent customer service and work well within a busy operations team.

The Role

• Manage road freight shipments from booking through to final delivery
• Coordinate UK and European road freight movements
• Liaise with hauliers, overseas agents, suppliers and customers
• Arrange groupage, part load and full load shipments
• Prepare and process transport documentation
• Monitor shipments and provide regular updates to customers
• Resolve operational issues and ensure deliveries are completed efficiently
• Maintain accurate shipment records and deliver excellent customer service

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience in road freight operations within a freight forwarding environment
• Good understanding of UK and European road freight processes
• Experience arranging groupage, part load and full load shipments
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to manage multiple shipments and prioritise a busy workload
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach
• A positive team player who enjoys working in a friendly, collaborative environment

What’s on Offer

• Salary up to £34,000, depending on experience
• Hybrid working – 3 days in the office, 2 from home
• Friendly, welcoming team and a great working environment
• Opportunity to join a large, established global business
• Supportive colleagues and management

How to Apply
If you’re an experienced Road Freight Operator looking for a new opportunity with a friendly team, a supportive working environment and the flexibility of hybrid working, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Spring Supply Chain for a confidential discussion.