Road Freight Forwarder – Kildare – Full-time, Perm, Office-Based – €DOE + Benefits
A leading global logistics company is recruiting a Road Freight Operator to join its Transport team in the Greater Dublin area.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced logistics environment and enjoys coordinating transport solutions that consistently deliver for customers.
What will you be doing?
Manage and monitor road freight movements, ensuring full visibility and control throughout the transport cycle
Proactively communicate with customers, internal customer service teams, and international offices
Coordinate hauliers, shipping lines, and agents to meet customer and operational requirements
Book trailers and drivers using online shipping platforms
Negotiate transport rates where required and provide accurate, competitive quotations
Prepare and process transport and shipping documentation
Handle operational administration, including invoicing, cost checks, claims, queries, and filing
Resolve day-to-day transport issues quickly and effectively
Ensure all activities comply with company procedures, SLAs, SOPs, and industry regulations
Manage costs in line with budget targets while supporting revenue and profit objectives
About You
Previous experience in a freight forwarding or transport environment is an advantage
Strong organisational and planning skills with the ability to solve problems proactively
Confident communicator with excellent customer service and telephone skills
Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and perform well under pressure
Experience handling administrative tasks accurately and efficiently
Good IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Excel and Word
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