UK Road Freight Forwarder

UK Road Freight Forwarder Wakefield (phone number removed) DEO33 Days annual leaveWe are looking for an experienced UK Road Freight Forwarder to join our clients growing freight forwarding division within a wider distribution business. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong market knowledge who wants to play a key role in shaping and developing a small but ambitious team.The Role:Arrange and manage UK full loads with a strong focus on backload ratesProvide on-the-spot quotes and handle occasional UK tendersBuild and maintain excellent relationships with hauliers and customersMake use of platforms such as Haulage Exchange to secure competitive ratesEnsure competitive pricing through strong knowledge of UK market ratesWork closely with the wider distribution team to complement existing operationsAbout You:Proven experience in UK road freight forwarding (full loads/backloads essential)Strong understanding of UK haulage market rates, particularly across the NorthConfident with Haulage Exchange and similar platformsCommercially aware, able to quote competitively and win new businessBased in the North of England with good knowledge of Northern transport routesOrganised, proactive, and a strong communicatorWhat''s on Offer:Salary: 30,000 - 40,000 (DOE)25 days holiday + bank holidaysHybrid working considered (must be based in the North)Join a supportive and growing team within a well-established distribution company road freight forwarder loads exchange WR ..... full job details .....