Logistics Administrator Apprenticeship

Summary

The role of a Logistics Administrator Apprentice at Lanchester Wines is to contribute to the efficiency of the organisation, through support of functional areas, working across teams and resolving issues as requested, with a focus on adding value. The flexibility and responsiveness required allows the apprentice to develop a wide range of skills.

Annual wage

£12,480 a year

Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)

Starting at £6.40 per hour - to be reviewed over time.

Training course

Business administrator (level 3)

Hours

37.5 hours week Mon-Fri 8:30 am – 5pm 1hr unpaid lunch break.

37 hours a week

Possible start date

Monday 28 October

Duration

1 Year 6 Months

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

Full training will be given for the role which will involve:

Telephone duties.
Scanning/Filing.
Manifest Costing.
Chasing POD’s.
Invoice Checking
Chasing Returned Goods
KPI’s.
General Office administrator work.

Where you’ll work

Greencroft Estate

Greencroft Parkway

Annfield Plain

Durham

DH9 7XP

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

DERWENTSIDE COLLEGE

Your training course

Business administrator (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents

Skilled in the use of multiple IT packages and systems relevant to the organisation in order to: write letters or emails, create proposals, perform financial processes, record and analyse data. Examples include MS Office or equivalent packages. Able to choose the most appropriate IT solution to suit the business problem. Able to update and review databases, record information and produce data analysis where required.

Produces accurate records and documents including: emails, letters, files, payments, reports and proposals. Makes recommendations for improvements and present solutions to management. Drafts correspondence, writes reports and able to review others' work. Maintains records and files, handles confidential information in compliance with the organisation's procedures. Coaches others in the processes required to complete these tasks.

Exercises proactivity and good judgement. Makes effective decisions based on sound reasoning and is able to deal with challenges in a mature way. Seeks advice of more experienced team members when appropriate.

Builds and maintains positive relationships within their own team and across the organisation. Demonstrates ability to influence and challenge appropriately. Becomes a role model to peers and team members, developing coaching skills as they gain area knowledge.

Demonstrates good communication skills, whether face-to-face, on the telephone, in writing or on digital platforms. Uses the most appropriate channels to communicate effectively. Demonstrates agility and confidence in communications, carrying authority appropriately. Understands and applies social media solutions appropriately. Answers questions from inside and outside of the organisation, representing the organisation or department.

Completes tasks to a high standard. Demonstrates the necessary level of expertise required to complete tasks and applies themself to continuously improve their work. Is able to review processes autonomously and make suggestions for improvements. Shares administrative best-practice across the organisation e.g. coaches others to perform tasks correctly. Applies problem-solving skills to resolve challenging or complex complaints and is a key point of contact for addressing issues.

Takes responsibility for initiating and completing tasks, manages priorities and time in order to successfully meet deadlines. Positively manages the expectations of colleagues at all levels and sets a positive example for others in the workplace. Makes suggestions for improvements to working practice, showing understanding of implications beyond the immediate environment (e.g. impact on clients, suppliers, other parts of the organisation). Manages resources e.g. equipment or facilities. Organises meetings and events, takes minutes during meetings and creates action logs as appropriate. Takes responsibility for logistics e.g. travel and accommodation.

Uses relevant project management principles and tools to scope, plan, monitor and report. Plans required resources to successfully deliver projects. Undertakes and leads projects as and when required.

Your training plan

All training for the role will be delivered in the workplace.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

Maths & English (grade 4/C or equivalent)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Presentation skills
Administrative skills
Number skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Team working
Initiative
Patience

Other requirements

Candidates are required to be 18+ due to working with alcohol. Candidates must be able to travel to work for a 08:30 start (please check travel arrangements prior to applying).

About this company

A number of businesses make up the Lanchester group of companies spanning different areas of expertise within the UK wine and gifting sectors and supporting industries. Employing over 500 staff nationwide, Lanchester Group, which comprises Lanchester Wines, Greencroft Bottling, The Wine Fusion, Bon Bon's and Spicers of Hythe, is a determined pioneer of renewable energy and continues to seek revolutionary initiatives to reduce its impact on the planet.

https://www.lanchesterwines.co.uk (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

The administration role may be a gateway to further career opportunities, such as senior support roles.

There will potentially be future progression and prospects at The Lanchester Group. After the probation period the apprentice will be entered into the Westfield Health & Reward Scheme.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

DERWENTSIDE COLLEGE

Apprenticeship recruitment team

apprenticeships@derwentside.ac.uk

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000279803.

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Closes in 14 days (Tuesday 15 October at 11:59pm)

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