Road Freight Operator

Location Birmingham
Discipline: Aviation and Freight Forwarding
Job type: Permanent
Salary: £30000 - £35000 per annum
Contact name: Reece Guyett

Contact email: reece.guyett@rightnowgroup.co.uk
Job ref: JOB-2686_1770307424
Published: about 6 hours ago

Road Freight Operator

Location: Central Birmingham
Salary: £30,000 - £33,000
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm



The Role

We are looking for an experienced Road Freight Operator to manage road freight shipments from booking through to final delivery. This role is heavily customer-focused and requires someone who takes ownership of shipments, communicates clearly, and ensures a smooth, reliable service throughout the entire transport process.

You will act as the main point of contact for customers, coordinating drivers, hauliers and internal teams to ensure freight moves efficiently and on time. Please note, this role does not involve completing customs entries.



Key Responsibilities

  • Manage road freight shipments from order receipt through to final delivery

  • Act as the primary point of contact for customers, providing regular updates and proactive communication

  • Book and coordinate collections and deliveries with hauliers and transport partners

  • Plan routes and schedules to meet service and cost expectations

  • Liaise with warehouses, drivers and internal teams to ensure smooth execution

  • Monitor shipments in transit and resolve any issues or delays quickly and professionally

  • Ensure all transport documentation is completed accurately and on time

  • Maintain accurate job files and update internal systems

  • Deliver a high level of customer service at all times, building long-term client relationships



What We're Looking For

  • Previous experience in road freight operations or transport coordination

  • Strong customer service and communication skills

  • Ability to manage shipments end-to-end and take ownership of workloads

  • Confident liaising with hauliers, drivers and customers

  • Organised, detail-focused and able to prioritise in a fast-paced environment

  • Good problem-solving skills and a calm approach under pressure

  • Familiarity with transport management systems is advantageous



What's On Offer

  • £30,000 - £33,000 salary, depending on experience

  • Monday-Friday working hours (8:30am-5:00pm)

  • Central Birmingham location

  • A stable role within an established logistics business

  • Opportunities for development and progression