Ideal candidate for the role of Irish Freight Operator would possess strong transport, freight forwarding, or logistics knowledge, be confident handling high call volumes and have a good understanding of busy transport management systems.
Irish Freight Operator Duties:
* Manage the day-to-day operation of Irish freight movements from collection to delivery
* Plan and coordinate trailers and transport movements efficiently
* Liaise closely with customers, transport agents, hauliers and delivery depots
* Handle a high volume of telephone calls and emails from customers and partners daily
* Arrange delivery bookings and monitor freight to ensure runs are progressing as planned
* Follow up on outstanding deliveries, issues and exceptions through to resolution
* Use the company's Transport Management System (TMS) and Excel to log freight
* Assist with preparing and checking transport and export paperwork where required
Irish Freight Operator Skills & Experience:
* Solid experience working within a transport, freight forwarding or logistics environment – essential
* Previous hands-on experience using a Transport Management System (TMS) – essential
* Experience with Irish freight, import/export operations, or customs is a major plus but not essential
* Good IT skills including a working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
* Strong communication skills with a confident telephone manner
* Excellent organisational skills with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced office
* Proactive problem-solver who can deal with transit issues calmly and efficiently
* Flexible attitude with the ability to cover holiday and sickness when needed
Location: Redditch, Worcestershire
Hours: Mon to Fri, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (Office based)
Salary: £30,000 p.a.
Contract: Permanent
If you are an experienced Freight Operator, please apply today
Salary description
£30000.00 - £30000.00 per year