Freight Forwarder

Road Freight Forwarder Location: Ashbourne, Ireland Salary: €40,000 - €45,000 DOE Job Type: Full-time | Permanent I am currently recruiting on behalf of an established international freight forwarding business for an experienced Road Freight Forwarder to join their team in Leinster. This is a great opportunity for someone with solid European road freight experience who enjoys managing shipments from initial booking right through to final delivery, with the role predominantly focused on imports. The Role You will take ownership of a portfolio of road freight shipments, coordinating the complete forwarding process while maintaining strong communication with customers, hauliers and overseas partners. Your responsibilities will include: Managing road freight imports from start to finish Arranging collections and deliveries across Ireland and Europe Booking transport with hauliers and coordinating schedules Preparing and checking shipping and customs documentation Tracking shipments and proactively resolving delays or issues Liaising with customers, suppliers, carriers and international partners Handling quotations, bookings and shipment updates Monitoring costs, charges and invoicing Ensuring shipments are delivered accurately and on time Providing a high level of customer service throughout the shipment lifecycle What They're Looking For Previous experience within road freight forwarding Strong knowledge of European road imports Experience managing shipments end-to-end Good understanding of transport documentation and customs processes Confident communicating with customers, hauliers and overseas agents Strong organisational skills and attention to detail Ability to manage multiple shipments and priorities simultaneously A proactive, solutions-focused approach What's on Offer €40,000 - €45,000 salary, depending on experience Permanent position within an established international forwarding business Opportunity to take genuine ownership of shipments from start to finish Predominantly road import-focused role Varied customer and international partner interaction Stable environment with an experienced forwarding operation Opportunity to develop your career within the freight forwarding sectorIf you're an experienced Road Freight Forwarder looking for a new opportunity in Leinster, I'd be interested in speaking with you confidentially. WR Logistics are a leading recruitment partner for the logistics and supply chain industry, recruiting across the UK, Europe, and the USA for permanent opportunities. WR Logistics is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy