Apprentice Transport Coordinator XPO TRANSPORT SOLUTIONS UK LIMITED

If you’re a positive individual that just wants to grow, read on, this could be for you! We’re looking for a Apprentice Transport Coordinator (Level 2) to work Monday to Friday based at our site in Crick within our International Transport business unit. Duties include: arranging the export clearance of standard EU shipments, processing the paperwork and moving at pace to ensure zero delay deliveries.

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Closing date: 09 Oct 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £19,000.00

    we offer 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) You’ll have access to, a workplace pension and many other benefits.

  • Working week

    Monday to Friday 8am-4pm with some flexibility to suit business needs.

    Total hours per week: 37.5

  • Expected duration

    12 Months

  • Possible start date

    10 Oct 2023

  • Date posted

    07 Sep 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000196978

  • Positions

    2 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

What you’ll do on a typical day:

  • Be proactive in identifying and resolving any potential routing issues before they occur – finding creative solutions for complex problems
  • Ensure all administrative duties are carried out as necessary and to a high level of accuracy and professionalism
  • Arrange the export clearance of standard EU shipments, processing the paperwork and moving at pace to ensure zero delay deliveries
  • Transfer various sources of data from customers documentation to our customs system
  • Communicate with border forces to ensure seamless border crossing
  • Assist in weekly and monthly KPI as set by the business and/or customer
  • Ensure that appropriate communication methods are used to provide information both internally and externally as required e.g. dealing with customer / supplier issues etc.

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

  • An apprenticeship in Supply Chain Operator Level 2 (Traffic Office)
  • Functional Skills in math and English if required
  • You will have monthly 3 hour visits with your tutor in the workplace.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

  • An apprenticeship allows you to earn a wage, gain valuable work experience and industry specific competence.
  • Potential for full time employment on successful completion of the apprenticeship.
  • Transferable skills that are invaluable in the wider world of work.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Logical, Team working, Initiative

Qualifications

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

Things to consider

Great communication skills, you’ll be cooperating with stakeholders throughout the business. Previous planning experience is desired but not mandatory.

About the employer

XPO is a leading provider of world-class solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team – energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make XPO a great place to work.

Employer

XPO TRANSPORT SOLUTIONS UK LIMITED

Address

Eldon Way

Crick Industrial Estate, Crick

Northampton

NN6 7SL

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Training

Training provider

INTEC BUSINESS COLLEGES LIMITED

Contact

Linsay Jones

linsay.jones@intecbusinesscolleges.co.uk

01788575090

Apprenticeship standard

Supply chain operator

Level 2 (GCSE)

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