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Event Logistics Coordinator Apprentice Kuehne+Nagel

We are currently recruiting for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our hugely successful international Exhibition and Event team in Birmingham as a Event Logistics Coordinator Apprentice. This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the world’s leading logistics and freight forwarding companies.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

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Closing date: 29 Jul 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £15,500.00

  • Working week

    Monday to Friday 8.30 am - 17.00

    Total hours per week: 37.5

  • Expected duration

    2 Years

  • Possible start date

    31 Jul 2022

  • Date posted

    19 May 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000046943

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

We are currently recruiting for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our hugely successful international Exhibition and Event team in Birmingham as a Event Logistics Coordinator Apprentice. This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the world’s leading logistics and freight forwarding companies and will help you to gain an insight into the industry and help you to forge a career in the Exhibition and Event Industry. 

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.

Our International Freight Forwarding Apprenticeship is a two year programme, combining practical on-the-job training with study towards the Level 3 International Freight Forwarding apprenticeship. You will work within a successful team while learning everything you need to know whilst supported by your peers, your managers, and the apprenticeship team within Kuehne+Nagel.

You will be training to ...

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
Financial Administration
Handle queries from colleagues and suppliers

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

Qualifications to be provided

Level 3 International Freight Forwarding Apprenticeship
English and maths Functional Skills (if required)
 
 

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

There is a very high possibility to be able to grow within the company and unlimited progression.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Administrative skills, Team working, Initiative, Interpersonal skills, Manage conflicting priorities, Passion for learning, Personal drive, self-motivated, reliable

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Maths and English (Grade Five GCSEs 9-4/A*-C) Desired

About the employer

With over 74000 employees at some 1,300 locations in over 100 countries, the Kuehne + Nagel Group is one of the world’s leading logistics companies. As an employer, Kuehne + Nagel stands for equal opportunity and we are committed to diversity in our teams with regard to people with disabilities. We believe that you can make a valuable contribution to Kuehne + Nagel and look forward to receiving your application.

Employer

Kuehne+Nagel

Address

3 Avenue Road

Aston

Birmingham

B6 4AG

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Training

Training provider

SR APPRENTICESHIPS LIMITED

Contact

Louise Spring

louise.spring@sr-apprenticeships.co.uk

07485302270

Apprenticeship standard

International freight forwarding specialist

Level 3 (A level)

Employer's Application Instructions

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

Apply now

Closing date: 29 Jul 2022