Road Freight Operator

A major UK & International freight forwarder is looking for a road Freight Clerk with Purchase Order experience to be responsible for coordinating road freight Import and Export movements and managing purchase orders to ensure timely, cost-effective, and accurate delivery of goods. The role supports smooth supply chain operations through effective communication with suppliers, transport providers, and internal teams. ROLE:
Road Freight Clerk

LOCATION:

Southall BASIC SALARY: £30k to £35k plus pension, bonus, overtime, etc ROLE:
Plan, book, and manage road freight transport for inbound and outbound shipments Liaise with haulage companies and freight forwarders to negotiate rates and delivery schedules Monitor shipments and proactively resolve delivery delays or transport issues Ensure all transport documentation is accurate and compliant (CMRs, delivery notes, consignment notes, import/ export documents) Track transport costs and support cost control initiatives Provide transport partners with precise collection and delivery instructions.

Monitor incoming emails to identify, flag, and escalate potential operational issues. Monitor and report on KPI performance to ensure operational targets are met. Support customs processes. Be willing toparticipatein anon call weekend rota to support operational continuity. Carry out general ad hoc duties to support the wider Operations team. Purchase Order Management Create, process, and maintain purchase orders in the ERP or ordering system Verify order details including pricing, quantities, and delivery dates Communicate with suppliers to confirm order status and resolve discrepancies Match purchase orders with delivery notes and invoices Skills and Competencies Strong understanding of road freight operations and logistics processes including customs

Experience with purchase order systems and ERP software Excellent organisational and time-management skills Strong attention to detail and accuracy Effective communication and negotiation skills Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines Knowledge & Experience Previous experience in Freight or logistics, transport coordination, or supply chain operations Experience managing purchase orders and supplier communication Familiarity with UK and EU road transport regulations and customs(desirable) Worked with Cargo Wise and Lima (desirable)