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Apprentice Ocean Freight Forwarder

Expeditors International (UK) Limited · Derby · posted 28 August 2026

Wage
£18,000 a year
Hours
38 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 6 Months
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
International freight forwarding specialist (level 3)
Starts
24 September 2026
Closing date
20 September 2026
Positions
1

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Major Duties and Responsibilities of Ocean Freight forwarder 

  • Ensure smooth and timely freight process flow
  • Track and Trace Files and reporting
  • Use both export and import dashboards timely
  • Ensure accurate and timely billing
  • Contribute to maintain good relationships and good customer service, with customers and suppliers
  • Meet compliance at all times to regulations internal and external in accordance with government regulations
  • Understand department process flow, and look for best practices to improve operational efficiency and productivity
  • Timely responses to emails and requests (internal and external)
  • Escalation of problems to Management when necessary
  • Prepare customs entries in Customsware or other customs software
  • Understand the elements of the Import & Export customs SOP
  • Ensure accurate and timely data entry into operating systems
  • Ensure timely customs clearance of shipments
  • Monitor customs clearances and communicate with Customers

Your training

  • All training delivered during your working hours, via monthly tutor workshops, also BIFA workshops on teams

Where it leads

  • Continued professional development, advancement to agent role and beyond

About Expeditors International (UK) Limited

Expeditors is a Fortune 500 global logistics company offering highly optimised and customised supply chain solutions. We are a service-based company offering a highly flexible approach to supply chain management. At the core of our cultural philosophy is a mission to exceed customers’ expectations through excellence in our service. We offer apprenticeships in International Trade and Logistics. Through this apprenticeship you will gain a rounded understanding of the freight forwarding industry setting you up for a long lasting career.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsIT skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsPresentation skillsAdministrative skillsNumber skillsAnalytical skillsLogicalTeam workingCreativeInitiativeNon judgementalPatiencePhysical fitness

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English (grade A*-C/ 4-9) — desired
  • GCSE Maths (grade A*-C/ 4-9) — desired

Where you'll work

  • Sills Road, Willow Farm Business Park, Castle Donington, Derby, DE74 2US

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