Road Freight Operator – Imports or Exports

Job Title: Road Freight Operator – Imports or Exports

Location: Manchester, UK

Salary: Up to £38,000 + Benefits (DOE)

A major international freight forwarder in Manchester is hiring an experienced Road Freight Operator specializing in either road imports or road exports
. Whether your expertise lies in inbound or outbound European trailer movements, this role offers operational autonomy, job stability, and clear career pathways across international road freight operations.

• Road Freight Operations: Manage end-to-end European road import or road export shipments, handling FTL, LTL, and groupage trailer movements from booking to final delivery.
• Customs Clearance & Documentation: Prepare essential transit paperwork (CMRs, T1/T2 forms) and process UK import customs or export customs declarations in line with post-Brexit regulations.
• Freight & Transport Coordination: Collaborate with international transport partners, hauliers, and overseas logistics teams to track vehicle movements, optimize road freight routes, and manage border clearances.
• Account Management: Serve as the primary point of contact for key client accounts, offering proactive tracking updates and quick solutions for transit delays.
• File Financials: Control road freight file costing, approve vendor invoices, and manage accurate customer billing to protect margin profitability.

• Proven track record in European road freight forwarding (focusing on road imports or road exports).
• Solid grasp of post-Brexit customs procedures, Incoterms, and international transport documentation.
• Hands-on experience with industry-standard freight software (Cargo Wise, EDI Enterprise, or similar TMS platforms).
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills under tight transit deadlines.
• Competitive salary up to £38,000 DOE plus full corporate benefits package.
• Clear promotion opportunities within an expansive global logistics network.
• Generous holiday allowance and a solid corporate benefits scheme.