Apprentice Road Logistics Specialist
Kuehne+Nagel · Derby · posted 21 April 2026
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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 Road Logistics team at our site in East Midlands Gateway. 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.
The team work with our customers, other Kuehne+Nagel offices, overseas agents and service providers to ensure the successful transportation & delivery of our customers’ goods. We work with a diverse customer base – you could find yourself shipping canoes to Croatia or shoes to Slovakia. Every day is different!
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!
You’ll be learning how to…
- Manage the delivery, storage and transport of goods from our UK based warehouses
- Support the planning and scheduling of shipments, including route optimisation and load planning
- Work closely with internal teams, including warehouse staff, drivers to ensure seamless operations
- Collaborate with external partners such as carriers and suppliers to optimise transportation solutions
- Plan our domestic UK fleet or international line hauls, invoicing and technical processes for managing shipments
- Understand an overview of customs requirements and procedures for transporting goods
- Monitor and maintain records related to transport operations, including tracking information and performance metrics
Please be aware that this vacancy does not meet the minimum requirements for visa sponsorship and for apprenticeship funding, candidates must have been resident in the EEA for at least the last 3 years.
This is an entry level training position. If you are already qualified or experienced in this area of work, this is unlikely to be the position for you. However, we would welcome your application for one of our other vacancies.
Your training
You will work within a successful team while learning everything you need to know whilst supported by your peers, your managers, and the apprenticeship team within Kuehne+Nagel.
Where it leads
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!
About Kuehne+Nagel
As a global leader with a strong heritage and a vision to move the world forward, we offer a safe, stable environment where your career can make a real difference. Whether we help deliver life-saving medicines, develop sustainable transportation solutions or support our local communities, your career will contribute to more than you can imagine.
Skills they're looking for
Entry requirements
- GCSE 5 GCSEs (grade 3-9 / A*-D) — essential
- GCSE English (grade 3-9 / A*-D) — essential
- GCSE Maths (grade 3-9 / A*-D) — essential
Where you'll work
- Unit 4, Wilders Way, Kegworth, Derby, DE74 2BB
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