Freight Forwarder

Job Req Number:  119437
Time Type: Full Time

At DSV we're building the world’s leading logistics and transport network. With this exciting growth comes opportunity — and we’re looking for new talent to join us.

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Freight Forwarder

Bradford

Monday to Friday 9.00am-5.30pm

Main Purpose of the role

DSV are looking to recruit a FREIGHT Forwarder to manage daily transport schedules to meet delivery and collection requirements in our busy office in Bradford. 

What will you be doing?

• Work collaboratively with drivers, controllers and operational teams to maintain service levels. 


• Communicate effectively with drivers regarding route changes, delivery instructions, and operational updates. 


• React proactively to volume fluctuations, delays, and operational disruptions. 


• Liaise with customers and internal stakeholders to coordinate bookings and resolve service challenges. 


• Support transport activities including documentation, and reporting. 


• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within transport planning and execution. 

About You

• Experience using Transport Management Systems. 


• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. 


• Confident communicator. 


• Strong problem solving capability and ability to make informed decisions under pressure. 


• Proficient in Microsoft Office and planning systems. 

What can we offer you?

Competitive Salary Package and an opportunity to be a part of and grow within a driven and successful company, with a team of 160,000, operating in over 90 countries.

In addition, we can offer access to a selection of employee benefits, such as:

Enhanced Annual Leave Entitlement from your start, which increases with length of service.

Salary Sacrifice Cycle Scheme

Employee counselling, for support with physical and mental wellbeing

Company Pension, which, when a member of, also provides access to Life Cover and Critical Illness cover

Next Steps

If this sounds like the next step for you, please follow the links and apply with your CV without delay!

Please be aware that all successful candidates will undergo necessary right-to-work checks and certain sites require 5-years’ worth of referencing and criminal record checks.

We do not accept CV details from Recruitment Agencies unless DSV have engaged directly regarding the role requirements beforehand.

DSV – Global transport and logistics

Working at DSV means playing in a different league.

As a global leader in transport and logistics, we have been on an extraordinary journey of growth. Let’s grow together as we continue to innovate, digitalise and build on our achievements.

With close to 150,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we work every day to offer solid services and meet our customers’ needs and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent, fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you. 

At DSV, performance is in our DNA. We don’t just work – we aim to shape the future of logistics. This ambition fuels a dynamic environment built on collaboration with world-class team players, accountability and action. We value inclusivity, embrace different cultures and respect the dignity and rights of every individual. If you want to make an impact, be trusted by customers and grow your career in a forward-thinking company – this is the place to be.

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