Transport Broker

Hinckley, Leicestershire
£34,000 - £38,000 + Bonus Scheme
Permanent | Full-Time

Why Join Us?

Looking for a role where your experience is valued and your career can progress? Join a market-leading logistics business that is continuing to grow and invest in its people.

What's in It for You?

• Competitive salary of £34,000 - £38,000
• Performance-based company bonus scheme
• Company pension
• Additional annual leave entitlement
• Free on-site parking
• Genuine long-term career development opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative working environment

The Opportunity

We are recruiting on behalf of an industry-leading logistics company seeking an experienced Freight Forwarder / Transport Broker to join their successful team.

This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially minded transport professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys building strong relationships, and is motivated by delivering outstanding service while maximising profitability.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, resource and allocate loads daily to achieve the best possible margins
• Schedule deliveries in line with customer requirements and service expectations
• Proactively source additional transport opportunities through transport trading platforms
• Build, develop and maintain strong relationships with both new and existing customers
• Maintain regular communication with subcontract hauliers and transport partners
• Monitor delivery performance and resolve any service issues or delays efficiently
• Work towards operational KPIs and business performance targets
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and profitability across transport operations

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience as a Transport Broker, Transport Trader, Freight Forwarder, or similar role
• Strong negotiation skills with proven experience securing competitive transport rates
• Good understanding of UK transport legislation, including Drivers' Hours and Working Time Directive regulations
• Detailed knowledge of the UK general haulage market
• Excellent geographical knowledge of the UK
• Strong communication, relationship-building and problem-solving skills
• Commercial awareness with a focus on delivering results

What’s next?

If you are interested in this Transport Broker role then click to apply now, alternatively for more information please contact Chloe in the Commercial team on 0116 485 0082 or chloe.vickers@regionalrecruitment.com

Regional Recruitment

This role is being advertised by Regional Recruitment, an award winning independent recruitment agency established in 2008. We specialise in permanent, temporary and contract opportunities across the Commercial, Construction, Industrial, Technology and Engineering sectors.

To explore more roles available across the UK, please visit www.regionalrecruitment.com

Sales Executive

Leicester Based | Salary: £28,000–£30,000 plus bonus
Permanent, Full-Time (Office Based)

Are you an experienced Sales Executive?

Regional Recruitment are recruiting for a Sales Executive. You will play a key role in generating new business, driving growth in sales and building strong relationships with both new and existing customers within the energy brokerage sector. If you have a passion for cold calling, lead generation and consultative sales, then this role is for you!

What's on Offer:
• Competitive salary plus bonus
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Your birthday off
• Employee perks such as store discounts scheme

Qualifications

Essential:
• Experience as a sales executive or similar role
• Previous cold calling experience
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal
• Ability to generate new business through outbound calling and lead generation
• Confident, resilient and target-driven

Desirable:
• Experience using CRM systems is desirable but not essential
• Proactive and flexible approach to work

Roles & Responsibilities
• Identify and secure new business opportunities through outbound cold calling, networking and targeted lead generation.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships, understanding client needs and offering suitable energy solutions.
• Prepare quotes, pricing and proposals to support the sales process.
• Work closely with internal teams to ensure smooth onboarding of new customers.
• Monitor sales activity, pipeline and performance metrics, ensuring consistent achievement of targets.

Requirements
As Sales Executive, you will also be expected to:
• Be a proactive, driven individual who thrives in fast-paced environments.

About Regional Recruitment 

This position is being advertised by Regional Recruitment Ltd, an award-winning independent recruitment agency established in 2008. We specialise in permanent, temporary, and contract opportunities across the Commercial, Construction, Industrial, Technology, and Engineering sectors. 

If this Sales Executive role is right for you - Click to apply below.

To explore more roles available across the UK, please visit www.regionalrecruitment.com 

Purchasing Administrator

Redditch, Office based

Salary: £28,000-£30,000

Permanent, Full-Time

Are you an experienced Purchasing Administrator?

Regional Recruitment are recruiting for a Purchasing Administrator to join a well-established manufacturing business based in Redditch. You will play a key role in supporting the procurement function, ensuring materials and services are sourced efficiently and deliveries are managed effectively. If you have a strong administrative background with experience in purchasing or supply chain, this role is for you!

What's on Offer:
• Competitive salary
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• On-site parking
• Employee perks such as store discounts scheme

Qualifications
Essential:
• Previous experience in a purchasing, procurement, or administrative role
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

Desirable:
• Experience within a manufacturing or engineering environment
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems
• Proactive and flexible approach to work

Roles & Responsibilities
• Raise and process purchase orders in line with company procedures
• Liaise with suppliers to obtain quotations, place orders, and track deliveries
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and update internal systems
• Monitor stock levels and support inventory control processes
• Resolve any supplier or delivery discrepancies efficiently
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal teams
• Provide general administrative support to the procurement and operations teams

Requirements
As Purchasing Administrator, you will also be expected to:
• Be a proactive and organised individual who can manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment

About Regional Recruitment
This position is being advertised by Regional Recruitment Ltd, an award-winning independent recruitment agency established in 2008. We specialise in permanent, temporary, and contract opportunities across the Commercial, Construction, Industrial, Technology, and Engineering sectors.

If this Purchasing Administrator role is right for you - Click to apply below.
To explore more roles available across the UK, please visit www.regionalrecruitment.com

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