Job Role: European Road Freight Operator
Location: Wythenshawe, Manchester
Salary: £25,000 - £30,000
RG Freight Recruitment are working on behalf of a growing freight forwarder to find an experienced European Road Freight Operator to join their team in Wythenshawe.
This client is an independent forwarder who have been operating for over 20 years. They pride themselves on being a small team with a global reach and each member of the team contributes fully resulting in a great office atmosphere! While providing general freight forwarding (air, road and sea) and customs clearance services, they also specialise in a number of sectors including out of gauge, hazardous, pharmaceutical and project movements worldwide
They are now looking for a knowledgeable and experienced Operator to join the team. The successful candidate will be responsible for handling road freight shipments from existing and new clients.
Key duties and responsibilities:
Planning and carrying out end to end European road freight operations
Completing customs declarations in CDS
Arranging collections and deliveries
Negotiating and checking quotes from suppliers
Tracking shipments and keeping client informed
Providing excellent customer service
The Person:
Experience of European Rod Freight in a freight forwarding environment
Knowledge of CDS system
Good understanding of customs clearance procedures
Sound European geographical knowledge
Exceptional customer service and communication skills