Job Description

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