General information

Legal entity

GEODIS is a leading global logistics provider acknowledged for its expertise across all aspects of the supply chain. As a growth partner to its clients, GEODIS specializes in five lines of business: Supply Chain Optimization, Global Freight Forwarding, Global Contract Logistics, Distribution & Express, and European Road Network. With a global network spanning nearly 166 countries and more than 49, 720 employees, GEODIS is ranked no. 6 in its sector across the world. In 2024, GEODIS generated €11.3 billion in revenue. GEODIS is a company owned by SNCF Group. 
This position is also open to anyone recognized as a disabled worker.  

Reference

2026-18331  

Line Of Business

FREIGHT MANAGEMENT

Position description

Type of assignment

Apprenticeship

Function

Operational activities - Freight Administration

Job title

Apprentice Forwarder M/F

Position requirements and constraints (working hours…)

Monday to Friday 9:00-17:30

Job description

GEODIS Freight Forwarding UK Ltd supplies and combines freight services, information management and added value into integrated solutions. As part of the GEODIS Group, GEODIS Freight Forwarding supports GEODIS' capacity to offer customers one partner to solve their supply chain challenges worldwide. It has revenues of 2 billion euro's and more than 5000 employees working in 45 countries around the world.

To ensure adherence to the CAA, TAPA & physical security regulations always.
Ensuring compliance to Health & Safety policies. That housekeeping guidelines are maintained
That HMRC, GDP and IATA regulations are adhered to.

Dimensions and Quantities:
Working as part of the Operations team based in London office, the Apprentice Forwarder will be responsible for the delivery of an effective and efficient service to the business and to the Operations Department.

• Reporting to the Branch Manager - Freight Forwarding
• Full time, 5 days

Key Activities / Accountabilities:
• Provide admin and operational support to Operational Department, allowing Supervisor to pass operational work back to branch.
• Work closely with internal and external customers
• Use of Next Gen/MS office as requested
• Invoicing and job costing
• Customs Entries
• Assist in all aspects of the operation where/when required
• Focus on customer service
• Regular customer communication / meetings and business reviews
• Ensure all reports including internal and customer specific are completed within the deadline
• Resolve queries from customers and suppliers
• Operate within companies QA system
• Any other tasks as directed by their Supervisor or line manager
• Admin as required
• Ensure Best Practice models are adopted throughout the department.
• All other tasks as requested by management

Applicant's profile

• Fully PC literate
• Thorough understanding of customer needs
• Knowledge of the freight forwarding industry would be preferred.
• A knowledge and understanding of financials and impact on business
• A Good knowledge of IT systems and processes used in the freight industry
• Fluent in English so as to ensure for smooth operation of business

Required Behavioural Competencies:
• Able to build credible relationships with others
• Able to work collaboratively as part of a team
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Able to plan and prioritise workloads
• Ability to take responsibility for own workload
• Self-motivated and enthusiastic approach to work at all times
• Team oriented

Working time (%)

100

Position location

Position place

Europe, United Kingdom, England, Devon

Location

Candidate criteria

Years of experience in similar position

Young graduate / no professional experience

Driving license

N/A