This role would suit anyone wishing to take their first steps into the business industry.
Customers will call asking for prices on ships from across the world,. The successful candidates will need to go to our suppliers and get the best price and then going to the customer and booking. The candidates will watch the shipment, ensure the whole shipment from collection to delivery is smooth and bill out customers. There is a lot more details e.g customs clearance, what we can and cant ship, keeping customer and supplier relationship, air and sea freight very different so the candidate will be touching both.
CML are looking for appretnices who are hard working and keen to learn. Freight is an amazing industry, but it is also very challenging.
DUTIES
Dealing with customer enquiries via calls/emails
Dealing with suppliers via calls/emails
Using computer systems to process/book shipments and deliveries
Oversee shipments to ensure the whole process from collection to delivery is smooth and bill out customers.
Facilitate customs clearances
Build and foster relationships with customers and suppliers
There may be other administrative duties required as part of the role
WORKING HOURS PER WEEK
37.5 per week
REQUIRED SKILLS
REQUIRED QUALITIES
Team worker
Willing to learn
Ability to multi-task
Negotiating skills would be advantageous but training will be provided
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
You must have your English and Maths at grade 4 or above to be considered for this role.
NUMBER OF VACANCIES
2
EXPECTED DURATION
Term of apprenticeship
FUTURE PROSPECTS
There are many different and challenging roles within our freight business and we do see this role progressing into a permanent role within our growing organisation. Where that role may be depends on what you enjoy doing the most during your apprenticeship.
