JOB DESCRIPTION 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 Customer Care team in Birmingham. 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 Role
Kuehne + Nagel have an extensive network of Customer Care Locations across the UK providing excellent customer service to our customers. These locations are supported by powerful operational centres who ensure that our shipments move on time across our airfreight network. 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 Apprenticeship is a 24 month programme, combining practicalon-the-job training with study towards the International Freight ForwardingLevel 3 apprenticeship. You will work within a successful team while learningeverything you need to know whilst supported by your peers, your managers, andthe apprenticeship team within Kuehne+Nagel.
The Customer Care teams are responsible for ensuring that our customers’experience is a positive one each and every time they engage with Kuehne +Nagel to arrange their shipments.
You’ll be learning how to…
1. Pro-actively advise and consult Customers to ensure satisfaction.
2. Monitor customer shipments in order to provide proactive updates to customers and to problem solve (by collaborating with other stake-holders) in anticipation of a customer complaint
3. Knowledge exchange with the sales and account management teams.
4. Liaise with the operational care centres (OCC’s) to ensure they have all the necessary information to be able to execute shipments on our customers behalf.
5. Escalate issues which cannot be resolved to the Line manager
6. Ensure compliance with company, industry and legal standards is adhered to across the function
Your Skills and Experiences
7. The minimum entry requirementfor this apprenticeship is Five GCSEs at grades 3 – 9 / A*-D includingMaths & English)
8. 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.
9. Previous use of MicrosoftOutlook and Excel is beneficial.
10. Please be aware that this vacancydoes 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.
11. This position requires enhancedsecurity clearance checks and by applying for this role you are agreeing toparticipate in the employment screening process. This process will includecriminal record checking and identify validation. Any appointment will be strictly conditionupon and subject to the receipt of satisfactory results of these checks.
12. 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.
Key Information:
Apprenticeship Contract:Fixed Term – 2 years
Working hours: Monday – Friday, 7.5 hours per day From 08:30 to17:00
Place of work: Will be expected onsite full time until performance expectations met & initial training completed. If approved, opportunity to work from home 2 days a week is available.
RecruitmentProcess:
Step 1: Applications will bereviewed on a rolling basis.
Step 2: Shortlisted candidateswill be invited to complete a telephone screening call with a member of ourResourcing team. This is a great opportunity to find out more about the businessand for us to understand why you are interested in this apprenticeship and whatyou feel you can bring to the role.
Step 3: A final shortlist ofcandidates will be invited to an interview onsite with two members of thehiring team
Step 4: Allcandidates will receive telephone feedback after their interviews and ifoffered will be invited to return to the office for a further site tour and toprovide right to work documentation.
Good Reasons to Join
We are thrilled to offer you a chance to join our amazing group of apprentices. You can expect a competitive starting salary of £15,500 in year one with an increase after 12 months, and a great bonus once you have completed your apprenticeship. But that’s not all! You will also receive attractive benefits and an Apprentice NUS discount card. 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.