Freight Forwarding Apprenticeship in Manchester

Summary

Are you good at problem-solving, communicating, planning, and managing time-critical milestones with good attention to detail? Metro are looking for apprentices seeking a career working within a global supply chain supporting major worldwide clients. This is a fast-paced industry where work is ever-changing and is always challenging.

Annual wage

£19,000 a year

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Pay review every 6 months. Company benefits.

Training course

International freight forwarding specialist (level 3)

Hours

Monday - Friday, between 8.30am - 5.00pm.

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Possible start date

Tuesday 1 April

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

Managing customer shipments as per their requirements
Using internal systems to move the freight
Ensure all documentation is accurate and will allow the freight to move across international borders
Work closely with partners and suppliers to ensure the freight is moved to the satisfaction of the customer

Where you’ll work

Uniserve Building

Claverton Road

Roundthorn Industrial Estate

Wythenshawe

M23 9FT

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

SEETEC BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY CENTRE 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

Level 3 International Freight Forwarding Specialist Apprenticeship Standard:

BTEC Intermediate Award in Customs Export and Import Procedures
Training delivered by training provider SEETEC Outsource with regular sessions with course coach and assignments
Time given to allow for off-the-job training
Full training in Metro systems and processes
Internal support from Training Manager, Departmental Manager and Supervisor

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

English (grade 5 & above)
Maths (grade 5 & 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

Founded over 40 years ago, Metro is the UK’s leading privately owned logistics provider to leading British and international brands, importing and exporting the raw materials and finished products that feed, clothe, transport and protect consumers around the world. * F O R W A R D I N G * S U P P L Y C H A I N * O U T S O U R C I N G * T E C H N O L O G Y Powered by industry-leading Metro technology we deliver import/export air, ocean and road freight forwarding, supply chain management, logistics and specialised services in retail, manufacturing and chemicals. Our innovative, flexible supply chain solutions integrate seamlessly with our customers’ ERP systems and nominated participants to provide total visibility and absolute control from source to end-user. Experience matters at Metro. Our team has years of hands-on knowledge in international transport and logistics. Invaluable knowledge and expertise that adds value to our customers’ supply chains with intelligent and flexible solutions that always deliver.

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After this apprenticeship

Move into a fully operational role within the business

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

METRO SHIPPING LIMITED

Lewis Cozens

Lewis.cozens@metroshipping.co.uk

01217172411

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000295189.

Apply now

Closes on Monday 31 March

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Company’s application instructions

Please send a copy of your CV to cv@metroshipping.co.uk

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