APPRENTICESHIP - Road Logistics Sales Team

A 24-month Sales Apprenticeship at Kuehne+Nagel in Basingstoke where you learn sales, customer service, and logistics operations while managing bookings, supporting customers, and developing commercial skills in a global logistics company.

It's more than a job

With us, you will get to know the diverse world of logistics. Whether it's delivering equipment for our favorite sport or transporting sensitive components for the smartphones we use every day – you make an important contribution to life's small and big moments. Your work at Kuehne+Nagel has more impact than you can imagine.

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Logistics is the behind-the-scenes magic that keeps our world running smoothly. It's the process of moving goods from one place to another, ensuring that parcels arrive at our doors, supermarkets stay stocked, and our favourite foods are always available at restaurants. Whether it's your favourite popstar's concert gear or a football team's equipment, logistics makes it all happen, connecting us globally and making everyday life more convenient. 

At Kuehne + Nagel we provide logistics solutions for business customers across the globe. We ensure that their goods are transported efficiently and reliably via air, sea, road and rail to where they need to be, meeting the unique needs to each and everyone of our customers.

We are currently seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our Road Sales team in Basingstoke. Our Road Logistics team at Kuehne+Nagel provide hundreds of customers with the services to move their goods across Europe.

The sales team work directly to source, engage and maintain our customer base, ensuring that our customers shipments are booked in efficiently and delivered on time.  We work with a diverse customer base – you could find yourself shipping canoes to Croatia or shoes to Slovakia. Every day is different! 

This role offers an exciting opportunity to showcase your sales skills, expand your professional network, and contribute to the company’s growth strategy. You will receive comprehensive training and support to excel in a fast-paced and rewarding sales environment. 

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!

How you create impact

Our 24-month Apprenticeship programme is designed to provide you with the perfect blend of practical on-the-job training and study towards the Sales Level 4 Apprenticeship standard.

You will work within a successful Sales team while learning everything you need to know to be a top sales performer whilst supported by your peers, your managers, and the apprenticeship team within Kuehne+Nagel. 

In the first part of your apprenticeship you will focus on getting to grips with delivering excellent customer service, and in the second part you will build on this foundation to develop specialist Sales skills – you will even be given your own Customer Service or Sales Account to manage! Beyond this, there is an opportunity for successful apprentices to secure a full time sales position, as well as achieving bonuses and pay rises connected to the apprenticeship programme. 

Over the two years you’ll be learning how to: 

• Efficiently process bookings from clients and overseas agents on to our system. 

• Provide operational support for the Sales Managers when required. 

• Liaise with all relevant parties throughout shipments to organise the movement of goods by providing exceptional customer service ensuring their satisfaction and retention. 

• Deal with any issues that may arise during a shipment and ensure the client and/or Sales Manager is updated 

• Process sales and purchase invoices for the branch 

• Collaborate with colleagues and participate in meetings and training sessions 

• Make sales calls, engage and onboard new customers 

• Attend customer offsite meetings

• Analyse sales performance statistics and prepare/deliver customer review meetings 

What we would like you to bring

Our company values candidates who are passionate about providing excellent customer service, have a strong work ethic, and can communicate effectively with others. Good planning and organization skills is important, and you will need the ability to multitask and be a self-starter.

Previous use of Microsoft Outlook and Excel is beneficial.

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.

What's in it for you

We are thrilled to offer you a chance to join our amazing group of apprentices. You can expect a competitive starting salary of £15,600 in year one with an increase after 12 months, and a great bonus once you have completed your apprenticeship. But that’s not all! You will also receive attractive benefits and an Apprentice NUS discount card.

We understand that starting a new job can be daunting, but don’t worry! You will be supported throughout your journey by a network of mentors, line managers and previous apprentices. They will help you achieve your qualifications and progress along your apprenticeship journey.

Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity! Apply now and take the first step towards a bright future.

Who we are

Logistics shapes everyday life - from the goods we consume to the healthcare we rely on. At Kuehne+Nagel, your work goes beyond logistics; it enables both ordinary and special moments in the lives of people around the world.

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.