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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.

• 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.

• 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.

• Role in a large, market-leading global freight forwarding company.
• Part of a performance-driven team.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for career progression.
• Professional, modern working environment.

Start Date: ASAP

Location: DSV Road Ltd, Stonehouse Lane, Purfleet, RM19 1NX

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Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• General Business, Supply Chain, and Other
• Industries: Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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