Supply Chain Student Placement

Job description

A 12/13-month Placement opportunity for university students undertaking a sandwich course. During this time, you will undertake a variety of roles covering many aspects of Supply Chain and Logistics.

You'll gain invaluable skills and experience in covering all aspects of procurement, sourcing, logistics and supply chain management. You will have tasks will include:

Management

Providing performance and financial reports to management

Driving continuous improvements across the department

Maintaining the inbound delivery calendar

Managing internal stock transfers when required

Supporting the Managing Director with ad hoc projects as required

Carriers

Operating as the point of contact for assigned carriers

Forecasting despatch volume and working with outbound carriers to ensure shipments are collected on time

Proactive response to transport delays

Monitoring carrier damages and supporting customer service with submitting claims

Constant review of carrier performance

Negotiating and managing carrier rate cards

Clients

Assisting clients with the transfer of goods to our facilities

Obtaining shipping quotes for clients

Implementation and management of client shipping rules covering all product types including dangerous goods

 

Flexibility in this role is crucial as no two days are the same and you may be required to work from each of our warehouses. You will be fully trained by the previous placement student as well as other members of the management team during your time here.

 

It is an express condition of employment that you are prepared, whenever necessary, to undertake alternative duties within our business.  This flexibility is essential for operational efficiency as the type and volume of work is always subject to change. As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we have committed to:

 

  • ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible

  • communicating and promoting vacancies offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job

  • anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required

  • supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long-term health condition, enabling them to stay in work

  • at least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people