Road Freight Operator
CV-LibraryManchester, Greater ManchesterpermanentPosted: 6 May 2026
Apply NowDue to increased global growth in the business, our client, a recognized player within the freight forwarding and logistics industry is looking for a Road Freight Operator to join their land freight team based at offices in Manchester.
Main Purpose of the Role:
The Road Freight Operator is responsible for supporting the day-to-day running of the road freight forwarding operations with imports/exports accounts.
On Offer:
* Monday – Friday working pattern, 8.30am-5.30pm
* Salary ranging from £28,000 - £30,000 per annum (depending on experience)
* Competitive bonus structure based on results and company growth
* 20 days annual leave + Public holidays. Holiday loyalty days up to a maximum of 5 days (1 additional day on the anniversary of the date you joined.
* Confidential EAP platform for you and your immediate family members as spouse/partners and children aged 16 to 24 in full-time education, living in the same household
* Access to Employee Discounts and Benefits, which includes Grocery Shopping, Holidays, Movies, Sports, Wellness and many more
* Death in Service equal to three times your annual salary / Private Medical Scheme (application process required)
Duties and Responsibilities:
* Assist the Road Freight Operations Supervisor in the execution of their duties in support of the Head of Operations Land Freight North’s vision of the company to become more competitive and profitable.
* Understand and execute the departments vision of good business development in order to successfully import/export products
* Ensure all customers and clients are invoiced correctly and on time in conjunction with SOPs.
* Ensure all duties/VAT is charged correctly upon invoicing and collect any monies due in line with SOPs.
* Complete all import/export activities and documentation correctly and on time.
* Ensure all other operational activities are completed on time and in conjunction with SOPs including financial, legal and invoicing transactions.
* Ensure all other operational activities are completed on time including preparing spot quotations, raise jobs, liaise with overseas offices/clients and raise delivery orders.
* Scrutinise all documentation for accuracy, authorise and pass for payment all invoices on time.
* Maintain excellent customer and inter-departmental relationships including assisting with client audits, inspection and collections and liaising with sales.
To Be Considered:
* Proven experience as a Road Freight Operator or in a similar role (with experience in road freight).
* Quality organisational skills and ability to manage many tasks or projects at the same time.
* Ability to prioritise own workload but also be able to work as part of a team.
* Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
* Conversant in IT skills e.g., Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel) and CRM systems.
* Demonstrate working administrative background. Must have an analytical skill, with a high level of attention to detail.
For more details, please contact Willis Global – a leading Recruitment Consultancy for the Supply Chain & Logistics Industry
Main Purpose of the Role:
The Road Freight Operator is responsible for supporting the day-to-day running of the road freight forwarding operations with imports/exports accounts.
On Offer:
* Monday – Friday working pattern, 8.30am-5.30pm
* Salary ranging from £28,000 - £30,000 per annum (depending on experience)
* Competitive bonus structure based on results and company growth
* 20 days annual leave + Public holidays. Holiday loyalty days up to a maximum of 5 days (1 additional day on the anniversary of the date you joined.
* Confidential EAP platform for you and your immediate family members as spouse/partners and children aged 16 to 24 in full-time education, living in the same household
* Access to Employee Discounts and Benefits, which includes Grocery Shopping, Holidays, Movies, Sports, Wellness and many more
* Death in Service equal to three times your annual salary / Private Medical Scheme (application process required)
Duties and Responsibilities:
* Assist the Road Freight Operations Supervisor in the execution of their duties in support of the Head of Operations Land Freight North’s vision of the company to become more competitive and profitable.
* Understand and execute the departments vision of good business development in order to successfully import/export products
* Ensure all customers and clients are invoiced correctly and on time in conjunction with SOPs.
* Ensure all duties/VAT is charged correctly upon invoicing and collect any monies due in line with SOPs.
* Complete all import/export activities and documentation correctly and on time.
* Ensure all other operational activities are completed on time and in conjunction with SOPs including financial, legal and invoicing transactions.
* Ensure all other operational activities are completed on time including preparing spot quotations, raise jobs, liaise with overseas offices/clients and raise delivery orders.
* Scrutinise all documentation for accuracy, authorise and pass for payment all invoices on time.
* Maintain excellent customer and inter-departmental relationships including assisting with client audits, inspection and collections and liaising with sales.
To Be Considered:
* Proven experience as a Road Freight Operator or in a similar role (with experience in road freight).
* Quality organisational skills and ability to manage many tasks or projects at the same time.
* Ability to prioritise own workload but also be able to work as part of a team.
* Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
* Conversant in IT skills e.g., Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel) and CRM systems.
* Demonstrate working administrative background. Must have an analytical skill, with a high level of attention to detail.
For more details, please contact Willis Global – a leading Recruitment Consultancy for the Supply Chain & Logistics Industry