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National Pricing Specialist Apprentice Kuehne+Nagel

We are currently recruiting for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our National Air Logistics Pricing team in Birmingham as a Business Administration 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: 31 Aug 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £15,500.00

  • Working week

    Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm

    Total hours per week: 37.5

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    07 Sep 2022

  • Date posted

    31 May 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000050752

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

We are currently recruiting for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our National Air Logistics Pricing team in Birmingham as a Business Administration 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 logistics.

Your Role

We’re looking for an organised and proactive Apprentice to join the team, where you will study for your Business Admin Level 3 qualification alongside learning the exciting role of a National Pricing Specialist. The role will include RFQ/Bid/Tender and Spot quotation pricing for all globally and UK Locally controlled requests and also maintenance of all sell rate tariffs through our RMSA platform.

Your Responsibilities

In your role you will...

  • Be part of the National Airfreight team that responds to bid requests through online systems and Excel
  • Ensure 100% accuracy, customer deliverance and service is essential on all bids ensuring we meet the customers’ expectations and deadlines
  • Drive competitive pricing and supports specific campaigns with competitive rates
  • Interact with sales when required on specific opportunities
  • Be part of the team that owns and maintains sell rate tariffs
  • Review and update forecasting figures linked to business win/losses

 

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

  • Level 3 Business Administration 
  • Level 2 Functional Skills if required

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward thinking and expanding company. For the right candidate there is the possibility to expand and develop a career with the company, and secure a permanent position upon successful completion of the Apprenticeship programme. 

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, Logical, Team working, Initiative, Patience, Willingness to learn, Positive attitude, Passion to succeed

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English and Maths (Grade 3 – 9) Desired

Things to consider

Good Reasons to Join You will be joining an amazing group of apprentices and can look forward to a competitive starting salary, attractive benefits and an Apprentice NUS discount card. Your salary will also reviewed after 12 months and there's a great bonus on offer once you have fully completed your apprenticeship. You will be supported throughout by a network of mentors, line managers and previous apprentices to help you achieve your qualifications and progress along your apprenticeship journey.

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

Business administrator

Level 3 (A level)

Employer's Application Instructions

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

Apply now

Closing date: 31 Aug 2022