Ocean Freight Forwarder Apprentice

As part of our successful continuous growth strategy, we now have an exciting opportunity for someone to join our team, initially as an apprentice.

Alongside internal training supplied, the successful candidate will take the International Freight Forwarder Specialist apprenticeship programme that will give them the required knowledge, skills and behaviours to develop a fantastic career within this fast-moving sector.

Trained to be able to work in a demanding office environment and balance conflicting priorities to keep up with progressive deadlines. This will be in a well-rounded but predominantly road freight position.
Investigating and planning the most appropriate route for shipments, taking into account the nature of the goods, costs, transit times and security.

Negotiating rates for transportation, shipping and handling costs and thereby quoting clients. Obtaining, checking and preparing documentation to meet customs and insurance requirements and any packing specifications. Ensuring trade compliance with other countries’ regulations and fiscal regimes. Maintaining current knowledge of relevant legislation, political situations and other factors that could affect the movement of freight. Strong customer focus, with the ability to effectively communicate and approach all situations with a calm and sympathetic manner. Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers and both internal and external customers. Provide customers with accurate updates and deal with any customer queries/ complaints that may arise. Acting as a broker in customs negotiations worldwide to guide the freight efficiently through complex procedures. Effective utilisation of available resources to maintain customer objectives. On International movements, wherever possible, using LV’s own offices as a first option or otherwise approved and vetted agents.

Training:

You will be assigned your dedicated tutor to guide and support you through this exciting qualifcation, giving you the under piinning knowledge and experience to take the first step into Freight forwarding.

Training will be delivered remotely with planned workshops around your working day.

Training Outcome:

Full-time role within the company.

Employer Description:

LV Logistics are a privately owned, global logistics company with a strong reputation for delivering reliable and efficient services to our customers. As a growing organisation, we pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

We offer a full range of services including: Ocean, Road and Air Freight, Warehousing & storage, Freight Forwarding and Customs management Solutions. We have over 30 offices worldwide, spread over 4 continents and have the knowledge, skills and experience to help and support our customers’ requirements

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday 9.00am to 5.30pm or 8:00am to 4:30pm (1 hour lunch). 37.5 hours a week.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness