Operations Clerk
Job ID: 5527 | Work Model: Full-Time | Contract Type: Permanent | Job Category: Land Transport / Freight Forwarding
Role: Operations Clerk
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Monday – Friday 0600-1500 or 0800-1700
Location: Bristol
Why Join DACHSER?
At DACHSER, we’re a global family powering over 83 million shipments every year—from fashion to life-saving medical supplies. Ranked among the world’s top logistics providers, we don’t just move goods—we keep the world connected.
What really sets us apart? Our people. Here, your ideas matter, your energy fuels success, and you’ll be part of a fast-paced, supportive team that’s shaping the future of logistics.
Purpose Of the Role:
The purpose of this role is to ensure the smooth and efficient coordination of daily operational activities, including supporting SD drivers during the morning despatch process, managing customer queries and issues through active reports and email communication, and assisting both the inside sales and export teams as needed. The role will also take responsibility for the collection process and maintain effective communication with the customs hub to ensure compliance and uninterrupted workflow.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate the morning dispatch process and provide support to SD drivers.
- Handle customer queries and issues through active reports and email communication.
- Provide operational support to the Inside Sales and Export teams.
- Take responsibility for managing and overseeing the collection process.
- Liaise with the Customs Hub to ensure compliance and smooth operational flow.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have
- Excellent communication skills – with the ability to communicate both verbally and in writing.
- Strong planning and organisational skills
- Excellent problem-solving skills.
- Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
- Excellent IT skills
- Excellent standard of customer service
- Solid time management
- Highly adaptable
- Confident and approachable
Benefits That Support You
At DACHSER, we believe in taking care of our people — inside and outside of work. Here’s what you can enjoy as part of our team:
- Free Car Parking - hassle-free parking every day, so your commute is stress-free.
- 25 Days annual leave plus 8 days bank holiday – generous time off to rest, recharge and enjoy life outside of work.
- Life Assurance - Death in Service benefit to provide peace of mind for you and your loved ones.
- Employee Assistance Programme - confidential support to help you manage any personal challenges affecting your wellbeing and work.
- Employee Discounts - from day one, access exclusive deals on holidays, fashion, supermarkets, gyms, insurance, and more.
- Pension Plan - a flexible, tax-efficient pension scheme where you decide your contribution level, helping you plan.
- Health Perks - free eye tests and money-off vouchers to keep you feeling your best
- Internal Referral Fees - know someone perfect for the team? Earn rewards by referring great talent.
- Long Service Awards - we celebrate and reward your loyalty and commitment over time.
Join Our Inclusive Family
At DACHSER, everyone is welcome. Diversity and equal opportunities are at the heart of who we are. We value the unique qualities each person brings, believing that diverse teams drive innovation and success. Because for us, logistics is a people business — and we can’t wait to meet you.