Company description:
DSV – Global transport and logistics
DSV is one of the very best performing companies in the transport and logistics industry. 75,000 employees in more than 90 countries work passionately to deliver great customer experiences and high-quality services – as part of the operation or in a variety of supporting roles. If you have drive and talent and enjoy responsibility, we'll give you the support you need to explore your potential and forward your career.
Read more at www.dsv.com
Job description:
Trainee Freight Forwarder
It takes a special kind of drive to keep the world moving; and due to growth, DSV is looking to recruit. Please see the links* at the bottom the page, to find out more about DSV.
DSV are recruiting for a Trainee Freight Forwarder at Mercia Park working for the Irish department.
After a successful probationary period we would be looking to put you forward for the "Young DSV" programme.
You will be required to do the below on a daily basis. This is not a comprehensive list but would include the following:
Key Tasks
- Customer service on both Import and Export shipments.
- Liasing with customers and colleagues on the Telephone and Via Email
- Updating and verifying information on the DSV system, on which training would be given.
- Planning of trailers for both Northern Ireland and Ireland for export.
- Providing POD's for customers and overseas offices.
- Resolve queries.
- Ensuring shipments are moved within a timely manner and following up on collections/deliveries.
- General administrative tasks
Skills and Competencies
- Be Customer focused with good communication skills.
- Be reliable and punctual
- Have good IT skills with an ability to learn new systems quickly.
- Show a good attention to detail
- Good problem solving skills
- Adaptable and Flexible
What can we offer you?
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Competitive Salary Package and an opportunity to be a part of and grow within a driven and successful company, with a team of 75,000, operating in over 95+ countries.
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Be part of a company that has strong ambitions and targets for sustainability initiatives, both internally and externally. For further details on how DSV is working towards these targets, please see here.
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Be part of a company that has strong company values, to find out more about DSV, including our Values, click here.
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In addition, we can offer access to a selection of employee benefits, such as:
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Enhanced Annual Leave Entitlement from your start, which increases with length of service.
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Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme for Ultra-Low Emissions Cars
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Salary Sacrifice Cycle Scheme
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WeCare App, for support with physical and mental wellbeing, including access to GPs for you and your dependents.
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LifeWorks app for access to cashback and discounts on high street and online brands.
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Life Insurance and which includes access to expert probate support.
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Eyecare Voucher Scheme
We do not accept CV details from Recruitment Agencies unless DSV have engaged directly regarding the role requirements beforehand. If you are a Recruitment Agency, please contact to discuss
DSV Careers
If you want to know a bit about DSV Careers, please see below****
Links:
*Link 1 - https://watch?v=1QJLhUSBN_0
*Link 2 - https://en/sustainability-esg
*Link 3 - https://en/about-dsv
*Link 4 - https://watch?v=SnMpG10Po3w