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 make it all happen, connecting us globally and making everyday life more convenient.
Kuehne + Nagel provides logistics solutions for business customers across the globe. Ensuring that their goods are transported efficiently and reliably by air, sea, road and rail to where they need to be, meeting the unique needs of each and every one of their customers.
We are currently seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join the Expo & Events Road Logistics team in Birmingham. The Expo and Events team at Kuehne+Nagel provides comprehensive logistics solutions for Exhibitions and Events worldwide. Supporting Exhibitors and contractors with all logistics needs, from customs and shipping to forklifts for loading/unloading and storage of empty cases during their shows.
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!How you create impact
As part of the team, you will be providing support to our sales and business development team with a strong focus on customer service. You’ll likely be the first person that the customer engages with when they get in touch with Kuehne+Nagel. You’ll manage the initial client relationship and work with the team to close the business, before handing over to our operational colleagues to deliver the service.
You’ll be learning how to:
Handle different types of customer enquiries via air, sea and road
Source & procure prices from an array of different specialist suppliers, understanding how each one fits into an event cycle
Build and strengthen customer relationships to ensure rebookingSupport the international team in coordinating information to help ensure all critical information and elements (i.e. documentation) are present when arranging shipments
Liaise with all relevant parties to ensure that customer expectations are met during the shipment cycle
Respond on time to team requests, and manage any issues that may arise
Support communication with internal teams to align on event objectives and logistics
Assist in tracking event expenses and managing budgets, ensuring cost-effective solutions
Handle queries from colleagues and suppliers
Support the team in handling finance support requests, including raising, tracking and issuing invoices to customers
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/enTraining:Our 24-month Apprenticeship Programme is designed to provide you with the perfect blend of practical on-the-job training and study towards the Business Administration Level 3 apprenticeship qualification.Training Outcome:The opportunity to be a part of something big and make a real difference to take your career to the next level.Employer Description:Logistics shapes everyday life - from the goods we consume to the healthcare we rely on. At Kuehne+Nagel, your work goes beyond logistics; it enables both ordinary and special moments in the lives of people around the world.
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.Working Hours :Monday – Friday
8.30am – 5.00pm.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Initiative,Multitasking skills,Planning skills,Microsoft outlook,Microsoft excel....Read more...
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 reliability by air, sea, road and rail to where they need to be, meeting the unique needs to each and every one of our customers.
We are currently seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our Road Logistics Customer Service team in Bristol. The team work specifically with our large-scale strategic customer accounts from government agencies and the aerospace and defence industry. Working with our customers, other Kuehne+Nagel offices, overseas agents and service providers we ensure the successful transportation & delivery of our customers’ goods across the world.
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:
Efficiently process bookings from clients and overseas agents on to our system
Liaise with all parties to organise the movement of goods, providing exceptional customer service
Deal with any issues that arise during a shipment and ensure the customer/department is updated
Understand an overview of customs requirements and procedures for transporting goods
Monitor/maintain transport records, including tracking information and performance metrics
Support new customer implementations
Process sales and purchase invoices for the branch
Attend customer offsite meetings
Recognise and escalate operational finance issues
Highlight areas of improvement and proactively make recommendations to line manager
Manage workload against business & financial deadlines
Collaborate with colleagues and participate in meetings and training sessions
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 position requires enhanced security clearance checks and by applying for this role you are agreeing to participate in the employment screening process. This process will include criminal record checking and identity validation. Any appointment will be strictly conditional upon and subject to the receipt of satisfactory results of these checks.
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/enTraining:
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
Training Outcome:
It’s an exciting opportunity to be a part of something big and make a real difference
Employer Description: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.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.15pmSkills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Planning skills,Multitasking skills,Microsoft office,Microsoft excel....Read more...
We are currently seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our Road Sales team. Our Road Logistics team provide hundreds of customers with the services to move their goods across Europe. The sales team work directly to source, engage and maintain our customer base, ensuring that our customers shipments are booked in efficiently and delivered on time.
This role offers an exciting opportunity to showcase your sales skills, expand your professional network, and contribute to the company’s growth strategy. You will receive comprehensive training and support to excel in a fast-paced and rewarding sales environment.
In the first part of your apprenticeship you will focus on getting to grips with delivering excellent customer service, and in the second part you will build on this foundation to develop specialist Sales skills – you will even be given your own Customer Service or Sales Account to manage! Beyond this, there is an opportunity for successful apprentices to secure a full-time sales position, as well as achieving bonuses and pay rises connected to the apprenticeship programme.
Over the two years you’ll be learning how to:
Efficiently process bookings from clients and overseas agents on to our system
Provide operational support for the Sales Managers when required
Liaise with all relevant parties throughout shipments to organise the movement of goods by providing exceptional customer service ensuring their satisfaction and retention
Deal with any issues that may arise during a shipment and ensure the client and/or Sales Manager is updated
Process sales and purchase invoices for the branch
Collaborate with colleagues and participate in meetings and training sessions
Make sales calls, engage and onboard new customers
Attend customer offsite meetings
Analyse sales performance statistics and prepare/deliver customer review meetings
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
What's in it for you:We are thrilled to offer you a chance to join our amazing group of apprentices.
We understand that starting a new job can be daunting, but don’t worry! You will be supported throughout your journey by a network of mentors, line managers and previous apprentices. They will help you achieve your qualifications and progress along your apprenticeship journey.
Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity! Apply now and take the first step towards a bright future.
Recruitment Process:
Step 1: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis
Step 2: Shortlisted candidates will be invited to complete a telephone screening call with a member of our Talent Acquisition team. This is a great opportunity to find out more about the business and for us to understand why you are interested in this apprenticeship and what you feel you can bring to the role
Step 3: A final shortlist of candidates will be invited to an interview onsite with two members of the hiring team
Step 4: All candidates will receive telephone feedback after their interviews and if offered will be invited to return to the office for a further site tour and to provide right to work documentation
Training:Our 24-month Apprenticeship programme is designed to provide you with the perfect blend of practical on-the-job training and study towards the Sales Level 4 Apprenticeship standard.
You will work within a successful Sales team while learning everything you need to know to be a top sales performer whilst supported by your peers, your managers, and the apprenticeship team within Kuehne+Nagel. Training Outcome:Beyond this, there is an opportunity for successful apprentices to secure a full-time sales position, as well as achieving bonuses and pay rises connected to the apprenticeship programme. Employer Description:At Kuehne + Nagel we provide logistics solutions for business customers across the globe. We ensure that their goods are transported efficiently and reliably via air, sea, road and rail to where they need to be, meeting the unique needs to each and everyone of our customers.Working Hours :Monday – Friday 9.00am – 5.15pmSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Multitasking skills,Self-starter,Planning skills,Microsoft Office,Excel....Read more...
