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Job description

Brief overview of the role

To learn and understand the key elements of Freight Forwarding within DSV. Using the knowledge gained from your industry recognised apprenticeship and your practical working experience gained, you will use this to become an accomplished Freight Forwarder and become an integral part of DSV’s operation and journey forward.

Applications for apprenticeship

Apprenticeship summary

• Working week
• Monday - Friday, shifts to be confirmed
• Total hours per week: 35.00
• Annual wage

£13,650.00 - £17,290.00 Starting salary is £13,650 for the first 6 months, rising to £17,290 after the first 12 months.

• Expected duration

18 months

• Possible start date

ASAP

• Apprenticeship level

Advanced Level Apprenticeship

• Positions
• 2 available

Vacancy description

Some of the Key Tasks of a Freight Forwarder:

You will be given training and support to enable you to be fully proficient in the below:

• Accepting and processing import/export along with Cross Trade bookings
• Communication to required network and carrier partners
• Checking and issuing all associated documentation such as master bills, house bills of lading and import & export customs compliance
• Monitoring International air freight shipments from booking acceptance, liaising with network offices and carrier suppliers to ensure timely delivery at required destinations
• Maintaining up to date visibility on all customer consignments and transit variances to adhere to customer service levels in line with SLA/SOPs
• Customer notification and coordination of problem solving and resolutions when required
• Ensure revenue/profit guidelines are in line with budgetary requirements
• Ensure expected customer service levels are always maintained as voice of the customer
• Issuing quotations, invoicing and suppliers purchase orders. Passing airline carrier accounts
• General administrative duties and issuing quotations where necessary

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills

• Excellent problem solving, planning and organising skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong administrative and customer service skills
• Ability to work under pressure using own initiative
• Proficient in Microsoft Word

Personal qualities

• Personable
• Committed
• Enthusiastic
• Keen to learn and achieve the apprenticeship

Desired qualifications

None required.

Future prospects

• Good prospects for the right individual
• Earn whilst you Learn - You will receive a salary and receive training and guidance from experienced professionals in the industry whilst completing an industry recognised apprenticeship
• Become part of a Company that invests in you. If you show the desire to learn and the work ethic to progress, there will always be opportunities within DSV

Things to consider

Please ensure you can commute easily to the location and you are happy with the starting salary of £7.50 ph for the first 6 months.

Access to the company discount voucher scheme offering discounts on high street brands, cinemas, restaurants and mobile networks.

DSV - Global transport and logistics.

DSV is one of the very best performing companies in the transport and logistics industry. 60,000 employees in more than 90 countries work passionately to deliver great customer experiences and high-quality services - as part of the operation or in a variety of supporting roles. If you have drive and talent and enjoy responsibility, we’ll give you the support you need to explore your potential and forward your career

Read more at www.dsv.com

• You will receive a salary and receive training and guidance from experienced professionals in the industry whilst completing an industry recognised apprenticeship
• Become part of a Company that invests in you. If you show the desire to learn and the work ethic to progress, there will always be opportunities within DSV

Questions for candidates
First question

What interests you about this Apprenticeship, why have you applied?

Second question

How will you commute to work?
About the employer

Employer
DSV ROAD LIMITED

https://www.dsv.com/en

Disability Confident
Employer is not registered as Disability Confident

Description

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.

Address

Unit 2

Airways Distribution Park

Wide Lane

Southampton

SO18 2RT

Job Type: Apprenticeship

Salary: £13,650.00 per year

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

• Can you confirm that you are eligible for this apprentice and you have lived in UK/EU/EEA for last 3 years?
• Can you also confirm you are happy that this is an Apprenticeship for 18 months, through SR Apprenticeships and will include Maths and English Functional Skills if you do not have valid exemptions?
• What interests you in this Apprenticeship and why have you applied?
• What is your availability for an interview if you are shortlisted?
• Can you confirm you are happy with this being an 18 month Apprenticeship (with a possibility of a permanent opportunity on completion thereafter) with a starting salary of £7.50 ph for the first 6 months, £8.50 from month 7-12, then £9.50 ph thereafter?

Work Location: One location