International Freight Forwarding Air & Sea Apprentice

Summary

As an International Freight Forwarding Apprentice you'll delve deep into the core components of this thriving industry. Through our industry-recognized apprenticeship program, you'll gain invaluable hands-on experience, equipping yourself with the knowledge and practical expertise needed to excel in the field.

Annual wage: £15,073.50 a year
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Training course: International freight forwarding specialist (level 3)
Hours: DSV happy to accommodate either 08:00-16:00 or 09:00-17:00, with 1 hour lunch, Monday-Friday
35 hours a week
Possible start date: Saturday 15 February
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

It takes a special kind of drive to keep the world moving; and due to growth, DSV is looking to recruit. Please see the links at the bottom the section to find out more about DSV.

Are you ready to kick-start your journey into the world of Freight Forwarding? DSV are recruiting for a Freight Forwarder in Manchester. Join our dynamic team and embark on an exciting apprenticeship designed to shape you into a skilled and accomplished Freight Forwarder.

As an International Freight Forwarding Apprentice you'll delve deep into the core components of this thriving industry. Through our industry-recognized apprenticeship program, you'll gain invaluable hands-on experience, equipping yourself with the knowledge and practical expertise needed to excel in the field.

Find below the tasks and responsibilities you’ll undertake to garner the expertise to seamlessly navigate the intricate landscape of Freight Forwarding.

Key Tasks:

Mastering Cross Trade bookings
Engaging in seamless communication with our extensive network and carrier partners across the globe
Championing the meticulous checking of vital documentation including master bills, house bills of lading and ensuring compliance with import/export customs regulations
Taking charge of monitoring international air & sea freight shipments from inception to delivery, ensuring precision and timely arrivals at designated destinations
Maintaining real-time visibility on customer consignments, guaranteeing adherence to service level and operational protocols

Duties / Responsibilities:

Spearheading customer notifications and swiftly resolving challenges, exemplifying our commitment to great customer experiences
Nurturing revenue streams in alignment with budgetary targets, handling quotations, invoicing, and supplier purchase orders with finesse
Undertaking general administrative duties, supporting our processes that make it easy for our customers to do business with us

Training and Qualifications gained:

Level 3 International Freight Forwarding Apprenticeship Standard
Functional Skills in Maths and English if required

What can we offer you?

An opportunity to be a part of and grow within a driven and successful company, with a team of 75,000, operating in over 95+ countries.
Be part of a company that has strong ambitions and targets for sustainability initiatives, both internally and externally. Please click on link** at the bottom of the section for further details on how DSV is working towards these targets.
Be part of a company that has strong company values, to find out more about DSV, including our Values, click the link at the bottom of the section***.
If you want to know a bit about DSV Careers, please see below****

At DSV, we're not just offering an apprenticeship; we're offering an opportunity to be an integral part of our journey forward. Your dedication and commitment will contribute to our ongoing success while shaping your own flourishing career in Freight Forwarding.

Join us and be a catalyst for innovation and local empowerment in one of the most exciting industries today. Are you ready to pave the way for your future with DSV? Apply now and let's forge a path towards success together.

Links:

Link* - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1QJLhUSBN_0
Link** - https://www.dsv.com/en/sustainability-esg
Link*** - https://www.dsv.com/en/about-dsv
Link**** - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SnMpG10Po3w

Where you’ll work

Unit 2, Wide Lane, Airways Distribution Park

Greeba Road Roundthorn Industrial Estate

Manchester

M23 9ET

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.
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.

Your training plan

This training plan has not been finalised. Check with this employer if you’ll need to travel to a college or training location for this apprenticeship.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

Maths and English (grade 4/c or above)

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
Creative
Initiative
Non judgemental
Patience

About this company

DSV is one of the very best performing companies in the transport and logistics industry. 75,000 employees in more than 95 countries work passionately to deliver great customer services and high-quality services – as part of the operation or in a variety of supporting roles. If you have drive and talent and enjoy responsibility, we’ll give you the support you need to explore your potential and forward your career.

https://www.dsv.com/en/about-dsv (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

A role in a successful, dynamic company
Be a part of a strong team of performance driven colleagues
Great future career prospects for advancement
A professional working environment

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