Events Logistics Coordinator Apprentice

Summary

This is not just another job, it’s an exciting opportunity to be a part of something big and make a real difference. So, if you are ready to take your career to the next level and work with some of the best in the business, then we want to hear from you!

Annual wage

£15,500 a year

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Salary increase after 12 months, and a great bonus once you have completed your apprenticeship. But that’s not all! You will also receive attractive benefits and an Apprentice NUS discount card.

Training course

International freight forwarding specialist (level 3)

Hours

Working hours: Monday - Friday,09.00 to 17.00 (with a requirement for travel and onsite working which is outside of this remit). Place of work: Hybrid Working : Min 3 days in the office / Max 2 Days working from home

40 hours a week

Possible start date

Monday 21 October

Duration

2 Years

Positions available

1

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

Your Role

As part of our Road Logistics Expo & Events team, you will be providing operational support to clients and the rest of the team in order to ensure that our customer expectations are met/exceeded. You will be in communication with a variety of people, including overseas customers and agents. It is a varied role and your training will equip you to be involved in problem solving, finance tracking and supporting the department with their day-to-day duties. This is not just another job, it’s an exciting opportunity to be a part of something big and make a real difference. So, if you are ready to take your career to the next level and work with some of the best in the business, then we want to hear from you!

Your Responsibilities

Our 24-month Apprenticeship programme is designed to provide you with the perfect blend of practical on-the-job training and study towards the International Freight Forwarding Level 3 Apprenticeship.
Your responsibilities……

Coordinate transport services for events/exhibitions globally
Ensuring all critical information and elements (i.e. documentation) are present when arranging shipments.
Liaise with all relevant parties to ensure that customer expectations are met during the shipment cycle
Respond on time to customs requests, and manage any issues that may arise during the shipment
Support communication with internal teams, to align on event objectives and logistics.
Assist in tracking event expenses and managing budgets, ensuring cost-effective solutions.
Handle queries from colleagues and suppliers
This role will require you to be available out of hours/weekends to provide support which will be reflected as an additional payment per month.

Your Skills and Experiences

The minimum entry requirement for this apprenticeship is GCSEs at grades 3 – 9 / A*-D including Maths & English)
Our company values candidates who are passionate about providing excellent customer service, have a strong work ethic, and are able to communicate effectively with others. Good planning and organization skills is important and you will need the ability to multitask and be a self-starter.
Previous use of Microsoft Outlook and Excel is beneficial.
Please be aware that this vacancy does not meet the minimum requirements for visa sponsorship and for apprenticeship funding, candidates must have been resident in the EEA for at least the last 3 years.
This is an entry level training position. If you are already qualified or experienced in this area of work, this is unlikely to be the position for you. However, we would welcome your application for one of our other vacancies which can be found on our website.

Key Information:
Apprenticeship Contract :Fixed Term 2 Years
Working hours: Monday – Friday,09.00am to 17.00pm (with a requirement for travel and onsite working which is outside of this remit)
Place of work: Hybrid Working : Min 3 days in the office / Max 2 Days working from home

This role will require you to be available out of hours/weekends to provide support which will be reflected as an additional payment per month.

Where you’ll work

3 Avenue Road

Aston

Birmingham

B6 4AG

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

SR APPRENTICESHIPS LIMITED

Your training course

International freight forwarding specialist (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents

Select freight forwarding services based on customer requirements, taking into account country specific factors, delivery times and modes.

Use generic or bespoke ICT systems in order to enter and monitor data on importing or exporting goods.

Book, plan and monitor international shipments, using manual or ICT systems, in accordance with the rules and regulations that apply to that area of the world and to the goods consigned.

Prepare a customs declaration to a national standard, or give custom clearance instructions to a third party.

Use data systems to submit the information required by customs authorities as part of the management of the international movement of goods.

Produce freight costings and invoices in line with Incoterms, customer profile or sales contract.

Identify and source data from customers, systems or colleagues.

Identify and resolve problems in line with responsibilities.

Create and maintain productive working relationships with internal and external customers.

Adapt communication based on the situation and the audience.

Identify problems outside of limits of responsibility and escalate within company policy.

Communicate in writing, preparing communications on technical matters.

Communicate with others verbally, including internal and external customers.

Air. Use and adapt terminology appropriate to the air freight industry.

Air. Select and use documentation appropriate to the air freight industry.

Ocean. Use and adapt terminology appropriate to the ocean freight industry.

Ocean. Select and use documentation appropriate to the ocean freight industry.

Road. Use and adapt terminology appropriate to the road freight industry.

Road. Select and use documentation appropriate to the road freight industry.