At a Glance
- Tasks: Master transport admin, process paperwork, and coordinate with hauliers in a dynamic environment.
- Company: A growing, independent freight forwarder with a friendly, can-do culture.
- Benefits: Career growth opportunities, mentorship from experienced founders, and a supportive team.
- Other info: Join a small, ambitious team where every day brings new challenges and opportunities.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career in logistics and become a Transport Manager in just a few years!
- Qualifications: No prior experience needed; just a passion for learning and teamwork.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 30000 £ per year.
Our partner is a growing, independent freight forwarder based in Harrogate who provide UK and European freight, logistics and customs clearance for a wide range of clients.
Their consignments range from steel and solar panels to pumpkins and coffee, so no two days look the same!
Reporting directly to the business founders, who between them bring over a decade of hands-on freight forwarding experience and a genuinely friendly, can-do approach to the business.
They are a small, ambitious team and they're growing fast, which means real opportunity for the right person to grow with them.
The Role This is a genuine career-builder, not just a job.
You'll join us as a Transport Administrator , learning the ropes of freight forwarding from the ground up - processing paperwork and PODs, coordinating with subcontractors and hauliers, supporting invoicing, and getting hands-on exposure to consignment planning alongside the Operations and Account Management team.
Over the next 2–3 years , they will structure your development so you grow into a Transport Manager role and you'll be mentored by people who've built this business from scratch and want to help you build your career in it.
Indicative development path: Year 1 – Master the admin, paperwork and systems that keep freight moving; build relationships with subcontractors an...
Transport Administrator (Future Transport Manager) employer: GPS Return
Join a dynamic and supportive team at our independent freight forwarder in Harrogate, where every day brings new challenges and opportunities. With a strong focus on employee development, you'll receive hands-on training and mentorship from experienced founders, ensuring your growth into a Transport Manager role within a thriving business. Enjoy a friendly work culture that values ambition and collaboration, making it an excellent place for those seeking meaningful career advancement in the logistics sector.
