At a Glance
- Tasks: Coordinate road freight movements and manage purchase orders for timely deliveries.
- Company: Major UK & International freight forwarder with a dynamic team.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, pension, bonus, overtime, and career growth.
- Other info: Opportunity to work with a supportive team and develop your career.
- Why this job: Join a fast-paced environment and make an impact in logistics.
- Qualifications: Experience in freight operations and strong organisational skills.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 35000 £ per year.
A major UK & International freight forwarder is looking for a road Freight Clerk with Purchase Order experience to be responsible for coordinating road freight Import and Export movements and managing purchase orders to ensure timely, cost-effective, and accurate delivery of goods. The role supports smooth supply chain operations through effective communication with suppliers, transport providers, and internal teams.
LOCATION: Southall
BASIC SALARY: £30k to £35k plus pension, bonus, overtime, etc
ROLE:
- Plan, book, and manage road freight transport for inbound and outbound shipments
- Liaise with haulage companies and freight forwarders to negotiate rates and delivery schedules
- Monitor shipments and proactively resolve delivery delays or transport issues
- Ensure all transport documentation is accurate and compliant (CMRs, delivery notes, consignment notes, import/export documents)
- Track transport costs and support cost control initiatives
- Provide transport partners with precise collection and delivery instructions
- Monitor incoming emails to identify, flag, and escalate potential operational issues
- Monitor and report on KPI performance to ensure operational targets are met
- Support customs processes
- Be willing to participate in a non-call weekend rota to support operational continuity
- Carry out general ad hoc duties to support the wider Operations team
Purchase Order Management:
- Create, process, and maintain purchase orders in the ERP or ordering system
- Verify order details including pricing, quantities, and delivery dates
- Communicate with suppliers to confirm order status and resolve discrepancies
- Match purchase orders with delivery notes and invoices
Skills and Competencies:
- Strong understanding of road freight operations and logistics processes including customs
- Experience with purchase order systems and ERP software
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Effective communication and negotiation skills
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Knowledge & Experience:
- Previous experience in Freight or logistics, transport coordination, or supply chain operations
- Experience managing purchase orders and supplier communication
- Familiarity with UK and EU road transport regulations and customs (desirable)
- Worked with CargoWise and Lima (desirable)
Road Freight Operator in Cranford employer: Transcomm Recruitment
As a leading UK and International commercial vehicle manufacturer, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic work environment that values employee growth and development. Our service advisors enjoy competitive benefits, a supportive team culture, and opportunities to advance within the automotive sector, all while working in a state-of-the-art facility that prioritises innovation and excellence.
