At a Glance
- Tasks: Coordinate road freight movements and manage purchase orders for timely deliveries.
- Company: Major UK & International freight forwarder with a strong reputation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, pension, bonus, overtime, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment with potential for growth.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and play a key role in smooth supply chain operations.
- Qualifications: Experience in freight logistics and strong understanding of road transport regulations.
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.
ROLE: Road Freight Clerk
LOCATION: Southall
BASIC SALARY: £30k to £35k plus pension, bonus, overtime, etc
- 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 and report on KPI performance to ensure operational targets are met
- Be willing to participate in an on-call weekend rota to support operational continuity
- Carry out general ad hoc duties to support the wider Operations team
- Verify order details including pricing, quantities, and delivery dates
- Match purchase orders with delivery notes and invoices
- Strong understanding of road freight operations and logistics processes including customs
- Experience with purchase order systems and ERP software
- Previous experience in Freight or logistics, transport coordination, or supply chain operations
- Familiarity with UK and EU road transport regulations and customs (desirable)
We think you need these skills to ace Freight Forwarding Export Supervisor in London
Road Freight Operations
Purchase Order Management
Transport Coordination
Logistics Processes
Customs Regulations
ERP Software Proficiency
Cost Control Initiatives
