International Freight Forwarding Apprentice

2 days ago

Bristol, United Kingdom DSV ROAD LIMITED Full time

DSV are one of the very best performing companies in the transport & logisitics industry. We have a fantastic opportunity for an **International Freight Forwarding Apprentice** in the Air & sea division**.**Full training will be provided and there will be opportunities for a full time postion on completion.

**Main purpose of the apprenticeship**:
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 Forwarderand become an integral part of DSV’s operation and journey forward.

**Key Tasks of a Freight Forwarder apprentice**:
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

**Skills and Requirements**:

- 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

**Benefits**:

- 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.
- Competitive salary increase with service throughout the 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.

**Location/Working hours**:

- Various Locations across England
- Mon - Fri - Full Time
- Start Times dependent on Location / Department

**Interested?**

**FORWARD YOUR CAREER WITH DSV AND BECOME PART OF THE SOMETHING BIGGER

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