Job description
Operations Executive - Global Department- £30,000 - £35,000 per annum
Benefits: Participation in the Employee Ownership Scheme
Location: Cheadle - Stockport
About the Role
Our client are expanding its Global Operations department and is seeking an experienced and highly adaptable Operations Executive to support their fast-growing international freight business. This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic team where flexibility, problem-solving, and operational excellence are key.
The role is primarily focused on European road freight, with exposure to air, ocean, and courier movements, offering variety and long-term career progression within a global logistics environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage European road freight operations, including export, import, and cross-trade movements
- Coordinate shipments across road, air, ocean, and courier modes (road currently approx. 90%)
- Handle customs procedures, including documentation and ATA carnets
- Ensure compliance with Hazardous / ADR / IMDG regulations where applicable
- Liaise with customers, partners, and suppliers to meet varied and time-critical requirements
- Maintain high levels of accuracy, service, and adaptability under pressure
Skills & Experience Required
- Minimum 2 years' experience in European road freight operations (export, import, cross-trade)
- Exposure to air, sea, and courier freight (advantageous but not essential)
- Strong understanding of customs processes, including carnets
- Knowledge of Hazardous / ADR / IMDG regulations
- Ability to work calmly and efficiently under pressure
- Highly adaptable with a customer-focused mindset
- Willingness to work remotely and flexibly when required
- Good GCSE grades (or equivalent) in English, Geography, and Maths
Training & Development
- Full training provided on our Transport Management System (TMS)
- Ongoing development within a fast-growing Global department
- Opportunity to contribute to and grow with an employee-owned business
What They Offer
- Competitive salary of £30,000 - £35,000 per annum
- Employee Ownership Scheme participation
- Supportive, ambitious, and collaborative team environment
- Long-term career progression within an expanding global operation
If you are an experienced freight professional looking to take the next step in a growing global logistics business don't delay - apply today!
- 07483919913
Brook Street (UK) Limited
Brook Street NMR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
