Business Administrator / Freight Forwarder Apprentice

We are a growing international freight forwarder which specialises in the movement of freight globally and domestically, whether small boxes delivered locally, or full 40 ft containers via Sea to the far side of the world. Our job is to coordinate the movement of these shipments from the collection point to the delivery point whilst complying with all national & international regulations / laws / documentation and keeping the customer and receiver informed of the progress.

After completion of your apprenticeship you will potentially have the opportunity to progress onto full-time positions within the business.

Duties will include but will not be limited to:

• Tracking Shipments online
• Emailing customers with tracking / delivery / collection updates
• Requesting quotations from suppliers via Email / Online portals
• Inputting Shipment Data into our freight software
• Processing Bookings / Booking online or via email
• Submitting Customs Declarations (Import & Export)
• Making up / Packing / Dispatching Boxes
• Assisting with any general office tasks (Filing / general maintenance)

Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship Qualification required.

Training schedule has yet to be agreed. An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying. Details will be made available at a later date.

Working hours: Mon – Fri, 9am – 5pm

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