• Job Description

  Req#: DPDHGLOBAL27217ENGLOBALEXTERNALEARCU

  Are you a motivated, organized person seeking a exciting and rewarding opportunity in a fast-paced environment?

  Do you want to earn whilst you learn ?

  WHO ARE DHL SUPPLY CHAIN?

  Founded in 1969, DHL is the world's leading logistics company. Our 395,000 people in over 220 countries and territories work every day to help our customers cross borders, reach new markets and grow their businesses. DHL Supply Chain, part of the DHL Group, is the world's leading logistics provider and by joining DHL Supply Chain, you are joining a company that offers limitless opportunities to grow.
  
  WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN ON PROGRAMME?

  Our Inventory Management Programme is all about developing the skills required to become a subject matter expert. From day one, you'll take on real responsibility with a supportive culture that helps you get the most out of your time as an Apprentice, whilst building on your stakeholder management skills.

  • 24 -month structured Programme with our partner Apprenticeships
  • Early accountability and fast progression
  • Regular performance feedback and personal growth planning through a structured learning plan.
  • Contribute to DHL's sustainability 2050 mission of zero emissions.
  • The opportunity to network with the wider Graduate and Apprentice population.
  • Give back to the community through DHL's Foundation by helping achieve the vision to end youth unemployment

  Logistics is more than getting the product from A to B. At DHL Supply Chain we combine management and value-added services with our customised, integrated logistics solutions which drives resilience, efficiency, improves quality and creates competitive advantage. Our Data Teams assist the operational and Functional Teams in creating meaningful data which allows informed decisions to be made to ensure we are operating with financial and KPI agreed terms.

  WHAT KIND OF WORK WILL I DO?

  Working within our Manufacturing Logistics, Automotive site, you will work with a passionate team focusing on the below and many more.

  • Meet deadlines to ensure the supply chain is running efficiently and managing unexpected demand
  • Forecast customer demand
  • Business Improvement Techniques
  • Gathering Interpreting and utilising Data in the Workplace
  • Managing Workplace Projects
  • Sustainability and Environmental issues
  • Procurement and Supplier Management
  • ensuring all inventory is correctly labelled and located in required location
  • Inventory is kept in a quality state in order to be distributed

  WHAT WILL MY APPRENTICESHIP COVER?

  • Meet deadlines to ensure the supply chain is running efficiently and managing unexpected demand
  • Analyse large amounts of data to identify key trends and themes
  • Help with everyday problem solving activities where small process improvements can have a significant improvement on the rest of the supply chain
  • Forecast customer demand
  • Business Improvement Techniques
  • Gathering Interpreting and utilising Data in the Workplace
  • Solving Problems and Making Decisions
  • Managing Workplace Projects
  • Understand Negotiation and Networking
  • Sustainability and Environmental issues
  • Procurement and Supplier Management

  WHAT SKILLS DO I NEED?

  • A passion for all things data
  • An ordered mind set
  • Eagerness to learn
  • Computer literacy and knowledge of MS Office applications

  WHAT ENTRY REQUIREMENTS DO I NEED?

  • Must hold a valid UK driving license or be self-reliant to travel to multiple sites when required.
  • Must be fluent in English
  • You must have achieved G.C.S.E.s in Mathematics and English with Grade C and above/4-9 or have a achieved Level 2 Functional skills in both English and Mathematics
  • As part of the Inventory Management (Supply Chain Practitioner) Level 3 Apprenticeship, you must have lived in the UK or European Economic Area (EEA) for the last 3 consecutive years as it is a government funded apprenticeship programme

  WHAT'S IN IT FOR ME?

  • COMPENSATION:

  £21,000 per annum starting salary. As an Apprentice your salary will increase throughout the programme.

  • BENEFITS:

  As part of a growing DHL population, you'll receive access to a variety of excellent benefits including 25 days holiday, pension scheme, medical cover, childcare vouchers, retail discounts, mental health support, and private GP services.

  • NETWORKS:

  At DHL we want everyone to be their true selves in the workplace. We are committed to ensuring people feel like they can contribute and that they belong. We primarily focus on 6 key pillars, Ability, Ethnic and National origin, Religion, Gender, LGBTQ+ and Generations and in the UKI we are committed to focus on Educating, Supporting and Celebrating diversity!

  • FUTURE PROSPECTS:

  We want Apprentices to build their careers, with the option to complete a further Apprenticeship after completing the Inventory Management (Supply Chain Practitioner) Level 3. Apprentices can contribute their ideas to influence the success of our business and be a part of an organization that makes an impact to society as well as to the world of logistics. After your programme you will transition into the Alumni community to continue the growth of your career.
  
  WORKING WEEK: 40 hours shift patterns will apply
  
  DO YOU WANT TO KNOW MORE? Join us for a live Insights session where you can hear from our Manufacturing Logistics Team and current Apprentices to ask any more questions you may have TBC to register for the event.
  
  APPLICATION PROCESS:

  Our application process is simple – you'll complete an online application form, then take an online strengths assessment, followed by an online job simulation. Provided you meet the required criteria, you'll be invited to an Experience Day where we can meet you.
  
  Experience Day Date: 9th April 2024 in person in Rugby
  
  PLEASE NOTE, WE RECEIVE A HIGH NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS FOR OUR APPRENTICE PROGRAMMES AND MAY CLOSE THE VACANCY EARLY IF WE'RE OVERSUBSCRIBED. IF YOU'RE INTERESTED, WE RECOMMEND SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.
  
  Website: DSC Next Generation Talent Programmes UK I DHL Group

• About the company

  We are an international team of over 400,000 shipping professionals, united by a passion for logistics. And we work in a unique environment. DHL is as innovative as a start-up, with the power of an international organization.

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