Operations Executive; European Road Freight

Operations Executive - Global Department - £30,000 - £35,000 per annum
Benefits: Participation in the Employee Ownership Scheme
Location: Cheadle - Stockport

Our client is 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.

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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!

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Brook Street (UK) Limited

Brook Street NMR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.