Freight Forwarding Operations Co-ordinator
Redditch
C.

£34,000 DOE | Monday to Friday on site
Permanent M-F 08:30 – 17:30

Are you a hands on Ops Co-ordinator with experience in European Freight Forwarding, Transportation or similar?

Read on to find out about a great opportunity!

Join a well-established international freight forwarding business with a strong UK and European presence
Full-time permanent role co-ordinating road freight operations and warehouse logistics within a busy operations team
Based in Redditch, Worcestershire, with modern office and warehouse facilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage daily bookings for UK and European road transport freight
• Handle both import and export customs clearance documentation
• Oversee warehouse operations including stock control, goods in/out and customer updates
• Operate forklift equipment for vehicle loading and unloading (training provided if required)
• Maintain job files, raise documentation, and update transport management systems
• Liaise with clients to provide quotations, confirm bookings, and resolve operational issues
• Negotiate rates and manage relationships with carriers and suppliers
• Work closely with internal sales teams to assist with quotations and service delivery
• Ensure excellent service levels, meeting client expectations and handling any service issues promptly
• Complete invoicing on job completion and maintain performance statistics
• Participate in regular operations and sales meetings to review workload and team activity

Ideal Candidate:

• Previous experience in UK transport or European freight forwarding operations is essential
• Hands-on warehouse experience with a valid forklift licence (or willingness to undertake training)
• Strong customer service and sales skills, including rate negotiation and quotation delivery
• Excellent communication and organisational skills with attention to detail
• Able to prioritise tasks, work to deadlines and remain calm under pressure
• Proactive and self-motivated with a strong team ethic

Role Highlights:

• Salary circa £34,000 dependent on experience
• Monday to Friday, 08:30–17:30
• Contributory pension scheme
• Career progression opportunities within a fast-paced, growing logistics environment

Apply Now:

Submit your CV today to be considered for this UK and European Operations Co-ordinator opportunity.

Immediate interviews available for candidates with relevant freight forwarding or logistics experience.
Westin Par values diversity and promotes equality.

No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.


Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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