Logistics Apprentice / Trainee in Burnley

Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace, space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025.

At Safran, excellence is a journey – and we'd love you to be a part of it. As a trusted global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation, and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future.

We're looking for a Logistics Apprentice to join our team in Burnley on a 2-year fixed-term contract while completing the 18-month Level 3 International Freight Forwarding Specialist Apprenticeship. This is an exciting opportunity to build a career in logistics and international trade within a world-leading aerospace organisation, gaining practical experience alongside a recognised qualification.

Working closely with our Logistics team, you'll learn how to coordinate the timely movement of products around the world, ensuring deliveries reach the right place, at the right time, with the correct documentation and by the most efficient transport methods. You'll gain exposure to customs processes, international shipping, supply chain operations, transport management systems, and stakeholder management while supporting critical business activities.

Responsibilities:

• Support the coordination of import and export shipments and associated documentation.
• Assist with checking customs entries and maintaining logistics records.
• Raise export paperwork including invoices, packing lists and shipping documentation.
• Support transport bookings for routine, ad-hoc and express deliveries.
• Process deliveries and inter-company shipments using SAP.
• Work with internal and external stakeholders to resolve shipment queries.
• Create and maintain stock requirement reports and logistics data.
• Assist with invoice reconciliation, purchase requisitions and goods receipt activities.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the logistics function.
• Complete apprenticeship learning activities while developing professional logistics and freight forwarding knowledge.

Contract: 2-Year Fixed Term Contract

Apprenticeship Programme: Level 3 International Freight Forwarding Specialist Apprenticeship (18 months)

Selection Process: Online assessment followed by a half-day Assessment Centre at our Burnley site.

Benefits:

• 37 hour working week over 4.5 days with a 1pm Finish on Fridays (Role dependant)
• 25 days' holiday + bank holidays (plus the option to buy an additional 5 days)
• 10% employer pension contribution (5% employee contribution with the option to increase via salary exchange)
• Flex-time scheme that allows you to take two half days or one full day off per month (Role dependant)
• 4X life insurance benefit as a member of the pension scheme
• Non-contributory BUPA private medical insurance plan (Role Dependant)
• Excellent training, education, and development schemes
• Enhanced sickness, maternity, adoption and paternity leave
• Option to purchase Safran shares with additional free shares from the company
• Excellent on-site catering facilities providing subsidised hot and cold meals
• Corporate membership at the Crow Wood Hotel & Spa: Use of fitness suites, classes, pool & sauna, offering 54% discount as a gold member.
• Wellbeing support through our employee assistance programme: 24/7 mental health support, access to remote GP appointments, medical second options, and physiotherapy
• Cycle to work scheme, along with a range of flexible benefits chosen by you!

What You'll Bring:

• A good standard of written and spoken English.
• Strong attention to detail with accurate data entry skills.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
• A positive, proactive approach with a willingness to learn and develop.
• Knowledge or understanding of importing and exporting processes (Desirable).
• Awareness of customs or freight forwarding activities (Desirable).
• Experience using SAP or other business systems (Desirable).
• Strong problem-solving and organisational skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment.
• Experience prioritising workload and managing multiple tasks.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Flexible attitude towards learning new processes and systems.

We celebrate our differences and believe they make us stronger. We know that a fulfilling work environment is a key driver for innovative ideas and team success.