Freight Forwarder (Road)

Eden Scott is delighted to be supporting a well-established international logistics organisation in the search for an experienced Road Freight Forwarder to join their Aberdeen team on a full-time, permanent basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded freight professional to take ownership of domestic and international road freight operations while helping drive the growth of a developing road freight function within a successful global business.

Key Responsibilities

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• Plan and coordinate UK domestic and international road freight shipments.
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• Manage daily communication with customers, hauliers, subcontractors, and drivers.
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• Arrange and monitor transport bookings and operational activities.
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• Provide transport quotations and cost-effective delivery solutions.
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• Handle transport documentation and customs-related administration where required.
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• Monitor shipment progress and resolve operational challenges proactively.
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• Optimise load planning, routing, and operational profitability.
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• Build and maintain strong customer relationships.
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• Support business growth through exceptional service delivery and commercial awareness.
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Requirements

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• Minimum 5 years' experience within road freight forwarding or transport operations.
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• Experience managing UK and European road transport movements
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• Strong operational knowledge with a commercial mindset.
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• Experience using Transport Management Systems (TMS).
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• Knowledge of customs procedures and post-Brexit transport requirements would be advantageous.
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• Organised, proactive, customer-focused, and capable of working autonomously.
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