Average Freight Forwarder salary in the UK

Job Title: Freight Forwarder - European Road FreightLocation: Coventry (CV4)Salary: £32,000 - £37,000 per year (negotiable on experience)Job Type: Full time, Permanent: In-office.About the role:C4 Logistics moves time-critical and high-value freight across the UK and mainland Europe by road and air, for customers who can't afford a shipment to fail.We're hiring an experienced Freight Forwarder to join our expedited operations desk.This is a live, fast-moving forwarding role, not a warehousing or transport admin position. You'll be quoting, buying, and running your own shipments end-to-end, working directly with clients and our carrier partner network across Europe. If you thrive on same-day quotes, dedicated loads, tight timings, and problem-solving in real time, you'll fit here.What you'll do:Handle inbound customer enquiries by phone and email for dedicated, part load, full load, and expedited shipments across the UK and EuropeSource capacity and negotiate rates with our European carrier partner networkQuote, book, and manage shipments end-to-end, including documentation, customs coordination, and status updatesResolve in-transit issues and exceptions as they happen, keeping clients informedManage PODs and post-shipment paperwork, and work alongside our in-house customs team on clearance requirementsKeep the TMS accurate and up to date throughout the shipment lifecycleWhat we're looking for:1+ years in a European road freight forwarding role. You will have quoted, booked, and managed European road shipments before.Working knowledge of UK and EU customs processes, Incoterms, and standard forwarding documentationConfidence negotiating rates with carriers and communicating clearly with clients under pressureComfortable working at pace on multiple live shipmentsShift pattern:Because expedited freight doesn't run 9-5, this role operates a two-week rotating pattern:Week 1: Mon-Fri, 07:00-16:00Week 2: Mon-Fri, 10:00-19:00No weekends, no on-call.What we offer:£32,000-£37,000 basic (negotiable on experience)30 days' holidayCompany pensionCycle-to-work schemeCasual dressFree on-site parking at our Coventry HQAn established team, in-house customs specialists to lean on, and varied expedited work across a busy European deskCandidates with experience of: Freight Forwarder, European Freight Forwarder, Road Freight Forwarder, European Road Freight Forwarder, Freight Forwarding Coordinator, Freight Forwarding Executive, Freight Operations Executive, Freight Operations Coordinator, Transport Freight Coordinator, Road Freight Coordinator, European Transport Coordinator, European Road Freight Coordinator, Logistics Coordinator, may also be considered for this role.

Freight Forwarder - LHR/Feltham- circa £35kWe are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Pricing / Commercial executive to join this company. This role is responsible for managing day-to-day customer pricing requests, maintaining strong customer relationships, and supporting the commercial success of the business through accurate and timely quotations.The ideal candidate will be highly organized, customer-focused, and able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while collaborating closely with internal teams and external clients.Key ResponsibilitiesPrepare and manage daily customer pricing and quotation requests across freight forwarding services.Communicate directly with customers to understand requirements and provide tailored pricing solutions.Follow up on quotations and actively chase customer feedback to maximize conversion opportunities.Build and maintain strong working relationships with customers and internal stakeholders.Ensure all pricing information is accurate, competitive, and delivered within agreed timelines.Maintain organized records of quotations, customer communication, and follow-up actions.Work collaboratively within the pricing and operations teams to support business objectives.Prioritize workloads effectively and stay on top of day-to-day tasks in a busy environment.Identify opportunities to improve processes and work smarter to increase efficiency and service levels.Daily Tasks• Review incoming quotation requests from customer and team.• Contact suppliers by phone/email to request up-to-date prices.• Follow up with suppliers to ensure timely receipt of quotations.• Compare and evaluate multiple suppliers offers.• Prepare pricing sheets and quotations.Skills & ExperiencePrevious experience within freight forwarding Pricing is essential Strong communication and customer service skills.Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.Highly organized with strong time management abilities.Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities effectively.Proactive mindset with strong follow-up and problem-solving skills.Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team.Proficiency in Microsoft Office and freight/logistics systems is advantageous.

Director of FinanceFreight Forwarding | Finance Leadership£90,000 - £110,000 (neg) + Car allowance + bonus + benefits An exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing, independent freight forwarding business in a senior finance leadership role, supporting continued profitable growth and strategic development.Previous finance experience within a freight forwarding business is essential. This is not a generalist Finance Director role; you will need a strong understanding of the financial, commercial and operational dynamics of freight forwarding.Reporting to the Group CEO, the Director of Finance will have overall responsibility for the finance function, providing strong financial control, commercial insight, performance management and strategic support to the Executive team.The position could suit an experienced Freight Forwarding Finance Director, Head of Finance or Financial Controller, as well as a strong Senior Finance Manager looking to take the next step into a broader finance leadership role.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and develop the finance function, ensuring high standards of financial reporting, control and performance management.Oversee budgeting, forecasting and financial planning, providing clear financial information to support business decisions.Develop commercial finance and business partnering capability across the organisation.Take a proactive lead on working capital management, including debtor collection, aged debt reduction, cash flow and supplier negotiations.Oversee statutory accounts, external audit and financial compliance across the Group.Develop and embed effective financial policies, processes, controls and best-practice procedures.Provide strong financial governance, ensuring adherence to regulatory and business requirements.Produce regular management information, financial analysis and forecasts for the CEO and Executive team.Support the CEO with commercial analysis and due diligence relating to potential new ventures.Support M&A and financial due diligence activity as required.About YouYou will have significant finance experience gained within a freight forwarding business, with a strong understanding of the sector's commercial and operational environment.Key experience should include:Finance experience within freight forwarding — essential.Financial reporting, management accounts, budgeting, forecasting and financial planning.Working capital, credit control, debtor management and cash flow.Commercial finance and business partnering.Financial control, governance, statutory accounts and audit.Experience working with CEOs, Executive teams and operational stakeholders.Exposure to commercial due diligence, new ventures and/or M&A - preferred. A commercially minded, analytical and hands-on approach.The OpportunityA high-impact finance leadership position offering the opportunity to shape the finance function, strengthen commercial performance and play a key role in the continued growth of an established freight forwarding business.Should you meet the above criteria and feel that you are a suitable candidate, please do not hesitate to apply.Mode 3 Executive Search Ltd is an independent recruitment consultancy providing specialist talent finding services. Principally we operate within Supply Chain Management, Freight Forwarding, Shipping and the wider Global Transportation markets. We are always keen to connect with talented individuals working in Freight Forwarding, Freight Management, Import Freight, Export Freight, Sea Freight, Air Freight, Road Freight, Supply Chain, International Logistics.