APPRENTICESHIP - Events Logistics Coordinator - Starting October 2024

at  KuehneNagel

Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding career in the logistics and freight forwarding industry? Look no further! We are currently seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our hugely successful Exhibition and Event team in Birmingham as an Event Logistics Coordinator Apprentice. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with some of the best in the business and gain valuable insights into the industry.

YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES

• The minimum entry requirementfor this apprenticeship is Five GCSEs at grades 3 – 9 / A*-D includingMaths & English)
• Our company values candidateswho are passionate about providing excellent customer service, have a strongwork ethic, and are able to communicate effectively with others. Good planningand organization skills is important and you will need the ability to multitaskand be a self-starter.
• Previous use of MicrosoftOutlook and Excel is beneficial.
• Please be aware that thisvacancy does not meet the minimum requirements for visa sponsorship and forapprenticeship funding, candidates must have been resident in the EEA for atleast the last 3 years.
• This is an entry leveltraining position. If you are already qualified or experienced in this area ofwork, this is unlikely to be the position for you. However, we would welcomeyour application for one of our other vacancies which can be found on our website.

YOUR ROLE

As part of our Road Logistics Expo & Events team, you will be providing operational support to clients and the rest of the team in order to ensure that our customer expectations are met/exceeded. You will be in communication with a variety of people, including overseas customers and agents. It is a varied role and your training will equip you to be involved in problem solving, finance tracking and supporting the department with their day-to-day duties.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!

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

Our 24-monthApprenticeship programme is designed to provide you with the perfectblend of practical on-the-job training and study towards the InternationalFreight Forwarding Level 3 Apprenticeship.

Your responsibilities……

• Coordinate transport services for events/exhibitions globally
• Ensuring 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 customs requests, and manage any issues that may arise during the shipment
• 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
• This role will require you to be available out of hours/weekends to provide support which will be reflected as an additional payment per month.