International Freight Forwarding Apprenticeship Level 3

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

Desired skills and personal qualities
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, GCSE or equivalent Maths and English (Grade 4/c or above) Essential

Are you ready to kick-start your journey into the world of Freight Forwarding? DSV are recruiting for an Apprentice 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., Customer statement: We offer our customers global and competitive transport and logistics services of a consistent high quality. Growth: We actively pursue profitable growth balanced between a solid above market organic growth and an active acquisition approach. Operational Excellence: Operational excellence in our business processes is crucial in order to operate with the highest productivity, enabling us to be competitive and deliver timely and high-quality services to our customers. People: We strive to attract, motivate and retain talented people by offering responsibility, empowerment and growth opportunities. We treasure sound business acumen and work together as a global family to drive the business forward.

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.

Apprenticeship summary

Annual wage
£15,073.76

Pay rate will be: £7.73 per hour going up to £8.76 after 6 months and £9.79 after 12 monthsfor anyone below 21 years old, 21 and over go to £11.44 after 12 months in line with government guideline.

Working week
Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm hours to be confirmed at interview stage
Total hours per week: 40

Expected duration
18 Months

Apprenticeship level
Advanced
Level 3 (A level)

What you will do in your working day

International Freight Forwarding Apprentice, Air & Sea
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 page, to find out more about DSV., 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 page 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 page
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If you want to know a bit about DSV Careers, please see below
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  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.
  
  The training you will be getting
  · Level 3 International Freight Forwarding Apprenticeship Standard
  · Functional Skills in Maths and English if required
  
  What to expect at the end of your 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
  Requirements and prospects