Junior Operations Coordinator Apprentice

We are looking for a curious, motivated and enthusiastic person to join our team as a Junior Operations Coordinator. A chance to learn about the world of Supply Chain & logistics gain hands on experience and build valuable skills supported by an experienced team.

What you'll do

The apprentice will be taught to manage and oversee shipments for assigned accounts. Charging, costing and arranging the movement of goods and consignments, flow of paperwork to ensure Customs clearances are processed quickly and deliveries are made in good time. Managing the full supply chain process for a shipment for specified accounts, from start to finish.

Tasks & Responsibilities

• To ensure compliance with the customs regulations of the UK/EU
• To transpose customs declaration information from documents, and or other data sources, into the customs brokerage system accurately.
• To manage and meet required internal and external KPIs
• To understand and utilise all elements of Customs.
• To correspond with Customs/other government agencies as required in a timely manner.
• To keep up to date on all regulatory requirements governing imports.
• To build and maintain strong relationships with customs authorities and other government agencies
• To be responsible for arranging and completing all associated paperwork, which documents the nature of the goods being imported from abroad and that they are legal and legitimate.
• Ensuring all is in order in relation to import quotas, tariffs, trade agreements and HM Revenue and Customs regulations.
• Responsibility for costing jobs and ensuring maximum profitability for the organisation.
• Establishing contacts and relationships with HM Customs to ensure efficient transfer of goods through the legal process.
• Ability to manage deadlines and sometimes difficult situations, therefore an element of negotiation is required in order to be able to meet timescales.

Training

The apprentice will receive in house training from experienced colleagues to support with the job role. This vacancy is also attached to a Level 3 Supply Chain Leader apprenticeship programme delivered via live virtual workshops twice monthly. Ongoing skills coach support will also be provided.

After the apprenticeship

Upon completion of the apprenticeship qualification there will be an opportunity to gain a permanent role within the organisation.

Skills

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Administrative skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Patience
• Friendly
• Works Well Under Pressure

Qualifications

• Essential: GCSE, English (grade 4-8)
• Essential: GCSE, Maths (grade 4-8)

Things to consider

• Specialised knowledge:
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook
• Good communication skills – Written and Spoken
• Ability to work to deadline
• Good attention to detail

About the employer

SEKO specialise in global Supply Chain Solutions, logistics delivery services, freight forwarding & retail distribution with integrated IT Solutions.

Apprenticeship details

• Course: Supply chain practitioner (fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG)) (level 3), Transport and logistics
• Apprenticeship level: Advanced (level 3)
• Training provider: THE APPRENTICESHIP COLLEGE LTD
• Expected duration: 1 Year 6 Months
• Hours: 37.5 hours a week. Working week: Working from Office

Monday- Friday

37.5

Shifts TBC.

• Start date: 26 October 2026
• Positions available: 1
• Wage: £26,250 a year