20 June 2025 European Road Freight Operator (Key Accounts) - London Gateway
Posted 14 days 16 hours ago by Ziegler Group
Are you a detail-oriented freight professional with a passion for delivering outstanding customer service? Do you have experience managing key accounts in European groupage services? If so, we'd love to welcome you to our team at Ziegler UK - London Gateway.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing, global logistics business where you'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth coordination of European road freight for some of our most important clients.
What You'll Do:As a Road Freight Operator - Key Accounts, you'll be responsible for:
- Handling the end-to-end movement of groupage freight across Europe.
- Managing day-to-day operations for high-value or high-volume clients.
- Maintaining strong communication with key customers, overseas partners, and internal teams.
- Booking and tracking shipments, resolving issues quickly and professionally.
- Completing all necessary documentation, including customs paperwork.
- Supporting continuous improvement of service levels and customer satisfaction.
- At least 2 years' experience in European Road Freight (groupage essential).
- Strong understanding of taxable kilos, incoterms, and freight cost calculations.
- Proactive and confident communicator with excellent customer service skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
- Experience working with customs clearance and key account coordination is advantageous.
- Team player who can also work independently and take initiative.
- 1️ Global Reach, Local Team - Be part of a global logistics network while enjoying a supportive local team culture.
- 2️ Modern Workspace - Work in a new, purpose-built facility at London Gateway with breakout areas and on-site parking.
- 3️ Room to Grow - Clear career development pathways and training to help you progress.
- 4️ Great Benefits - Competitive salary, pension scheme, bonus potential, and structured working hours (Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm).
Part of the Ziegler Group, founded in 1908 and headquartered in Brussels, we are a family-owned logistics service provider with over 3,200 employees in 15+ countries. At our London Gateway site, we specialise in road, sea, and air freight with a strong focus on operational excellence and customer care.
How to Apply:If you're ready to take the next step in your logistics career, send your CV and a short cover letter to:
Ziegler UK is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.