Overview
Join to apply for the EU Road Freight Forwarder role at TieTalent. Salary: Circa £34,000 (DOE) + Contributory Pension. Hours: Monday to Friday. Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent. Location: Redditch, England.
We are seeking an experienced operations professional in the freight forwarding or UK transport sector to join a leading international logistics provider as UK & European Operations Co-ordinator.
This is a brilliant opportunity to join a well-established logistics organisation that is part of a larger group with a turnover in excess of £140 million. You’ll be based in a brand-new, modern office and warehouse in Redditch, working alongside a close-knit and enthusiastic team that values collaboration, high standards, and growth.
Why this opportunity stands out
- Modern working environment: New purpose-built offices and warehouse facilities
- Financially robust business: Part of a large group with consistent performance and growth
- Supportive team culture: Be part of a vibrant team of professionals where your voice is heard
- Diverse client portfolio: Work with a mix of SMEs and global blue-chip companies
- Career variety: Engage in a broad range of responsibilities from warehousing to client interaction
Key Responsibilities
- Manage daily bookings for UK & European road transport services
- Coordinate warehouse operations including goods in/out and stock management
- Handle customs clearance processes (import and export)
- Operate a forklift (training provided if needed)
- Provide quotations and manage customer communications
- Liaise with transport suppliers for bookings and rate negotiations
- Collaborate with the sales team on service proposals
- Process and invoice jobs using Fast Freight software
- Attend team meetings to discuss operations, challenges, and performance metrics
What we\'re looking for
- Proven experience in European freight forwarding or UK transport operations (essential)
- Prior warehouse experience and a forklift licence (or willingness to train)
- Strong background in customer service and/or rate negotiation
- Excellent organisational skills with a keen eye for detail
- Ability to problem-solve and manage workloads under pressure
Self-motivated, energetic, and team-oriented individual.
WR Logistics is 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.
Additional information
- Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
- Employment type: Contract
- Job function: Management
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