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Transport Operator - European Part & Full Load

DSV

Purfleet-on-Thames

On-site

GBP 40,000 - 60,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

A leading global logistics firm in Purfleet is seeking a Transport Operator to coordinate European transport operations. Responsibilities include export and import trailer planning and managing supplier productivity. Candidates should have experience in European Freight Forwarding Operations and strong communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for career progression in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for career progression

Professional, modern working environment

Qualifications

Previous experience in European Freight Forwarding Operations.
Proficiency in Profit and Loss finance management.
Strong customer service orientation and attention to quality.

Responsibilities

Export trailer planning of part load and full loads.
Manage and improve supplier transport productivity through accurate planning.
Resolve transport issues to ensure timely and cost-effective deliveries.

Skills

European Freight Forwarding Operations

European Part and Full Load Planning Operations

Profit and Loss finance management

Excellent written and verbal communication

Customer service orientation

IT skills, Microsoft Office

Transport TMS systems

Decision-making skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Transport TMS systems

Overview

DSV Road Ltd, Purfleet is looking for a Transport Operator within the European Part & Full Load department. The role involves arranging transport for European Part Load and European full load transports to and from the UK. The successful candidate will be self-driven, results-oriented with a positive outlook and a clear focus on high quality and profitability.

Responsibilities

Export trailer planning of part load and full loads.
Import trailer planning of part load and full loads.
Resolve transport issues to ensure timely and cost-effective deliveries.
Manage and improve supplier transport productivity through accurate planning, smart decision making and prompt issue resolution.
Combine part loads to meet service level expectations while ensuring cost-effective transportation.
Instruct and coordinate transport customs paperwork and procedures.
Address customs issues with internal customs department and external customers/suppliers.
Haulage sourcing, rate negotiating and assessing subcontractors to ensure approval and compliance with legal requirements.
Communicate with drivers and hauliers.
Ensure legislative compliance in all areas.
Operate within agreed procedures and statutory requirements, including provision and maintenance of a safe working environment.
Arrange transport with approved hauliers, confirm equipment availability and agree prices where no tariff exists to maximise cost effectiveness.
Perform and finalize general administration (e.g., check costs, create CMRs, approve supplier costs).
Promote and maintain relationships with internal and external partners, suppliers and clients to develop service levels.
Calculate prices and internally quote movements based on transport requirements.

Qualifications and Experience

Previous experience in European Freight Forwarding Operations.
Preferably direct experience in European Part and Full Load Planning Operations.
Proficiency in Profit and Loss finance management.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong customer service orientation and attention to quality.
Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and Transport TMS systems.
Familiarity with basic Road Transport Planning fundamentals and terminologies (e.g., CBM, LDM, market rates).
Strong decision-making and organisational skills with the ability to manage own time.
Basic Import & Export Customs knowledge is preferable.

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