Road Logistics Operations Team Apprenticeship

Kuehne+Nagel

Derby (DE74 2BB)

Closes on Friday 28 August 2026

Posted on 21 April 2026

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Summary

With us, you will get to know the diverse world of logistics. Whether it's delivering equipment for our favorite sport or transporting sensitive components for the smartphones we use every day – you make an important contribution to life's small and big moments. Your work at Kuehne+Nagel has more impact than you can imagine.

Wage

£15,600 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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You can expect a competitive starting salary of £15,600 in year one with an increase after 12 months, and a great bonus once you have completed your apprenticeship.

Training course
International freight forwarding specialist (level 3)
Hours
Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.15pm (shifts may vary dependent on learning placements as part of apprenticeship learning programme).

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Monday 7 September 2026

Duration

2 years

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding career? Look no further!  Logistics is the behind-the-scenes magic that keeps our world running smoothly. It's the process of moving goods from one place to another, ensuring that parcels arrive at our doors, supermarkets stay stocked, and our favourite foods are always available at restaurants. Whether it's your favourite popstar's concert gear or a football team's equipment, logistics makes it all happen, connecting us globally and making everyday life more convenient. 

At Kuehne + Nagel we provide logistics solutions for business customers across the globe. We ensure that their goods are transported efficiently and reliably by air, sea, road and rail to where they need to be, meeting the unique needs to each and everyone of our customers.

We are currently seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individuals to join our Road Logistics team in East Midlands Gateway.  The team work with our customers, other Kuehne+Nagel offices, overseas agents and service providers to ensure the successful transportation & delivery of our customers’ goods.  We work with a diverse customer base – you could find yourself shipping canoes to Croatia or shoes to Slovakia. Every day is different! 

This is not just another job, it’s an exciting opportunity to be a part of something big and make a real difference. So, if you are ready to take your career to the next level and work with some of the best in the business, then we want to hear from you!

Over the two years you’ll be learning how to: 

  • Manage the delivery, storage and transport of goods from our UK & EU based warehouses 
  • Support the planning and scheduling of shipments, including route optimisation and load planning
  • Work closely with internal teams, including warehouse staff, drivers to ensure seamless operations
  • Collaborate with external partners such as carriers and suppliers to optimise transportation solutions 
  • Plan our domestic UK fleet or international line hauls, invoicing and technical processes for managing shipments 
  • Understand an overview of customs requirements and procedures for transporting goods
  • Monitor and maintain records related to transport operations, including tracking information and performance metrics. 

Please be aware that this vacancy does not meet the minimum requirements for visa sponsorship and for apprenticeship funding, candidates must have been resident in the EEA for at least the last 3 years.

This is an entry level training position. If you are already qualified or experienced in this area of work, this is unlikely to be the position for you. However, we would welcome your application for one of our other vacancies which can be found at https://jobs.kuehne-nagel.com/uk/en

Where you'll work

Unit 4
Wilders Way, Kegworth
Derby
DE74 2BB

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

SR APPRENTICESHIPS LIMITED

Training course

International freight forwarding specialist (level 3)

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What you'll learn

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.

Training schedule

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. 

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • 5 GCSEs (grade 3-9 / A*-D)
  • English (grade 3-9 / A*-D)
  • Maths (grade 3-9 / A*-D)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Team working
  • Work ethic
  • Planning skills
  • Multitasking skills
  • Microsoft outlook
  • Microsoft excel

About this employer

As a global leader with a strong heritage and a vision to move the world forward, we offer a safe, stable environment where your career can make a real difference. Whether we help deliver life-saving medicines, develop sustainable transportation solutions or support our local communities, your career will contribute to more than you can imagine.

https://jobs.kuehne-nagel.com/global/en (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

You will receive attractive benefits and an Apprentice NUS discount card.

After this apprenticeship

This is not just another job, it’s an exciting opportunity to be a part of something big and make a real difference. So, if you are ready to take your career to the next level and work with some of the best in the business, then we want to hear from you!

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The contact for this apprenticeship is:

SR APPRENTICESHIPS LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000027517.

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Closes on Friday 28 August 2026

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