Apprentice Data Engineer

GXO Logistics, Inc.; Middleton; On-site; GBP 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in the United Kingdom is seeking a detail-oriented candidate to support the operation and maintenance of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and ERP platforms. Responsibilities include assisting with data analysis, creating dashboards using Tableau and Power BI, and maintaining SharePoint content. The ideal candidate must demonstrate strong problem-solving skills, the ability to work collaboratively, and a keen desire to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment. This role offers a competitive salary and various perks.

Benefits

25 days holiday pay

High street discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Workplace pension

Opportunity to buy additional holiday days

Qualifications

• Experience with detailed system and data work.
• Ability to analyze and create dashboards.
• Strong teamwork and individual initiative required.

Responsibilities

• Support the operation and maintenance of Warehouse Management Systems.
• Assist with data analysis and dashboard creation.
• Maintain and update SharePoint sites.
• Help with system integration projects.
• Collaborate with internal teams and technology partners.

Skills

Experience in systems, data, and technology

Strong problem-solving skills

Clear communication abilities

Ability to work collaboratively

Adaptability to fast-paced environments

Education

Studied to Level 3 (A level)

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

ERP platforms

SharePoint

Job description

Pay, benefits and more:

We’re looking to offer a salary of £23,500 per annum. Your working week will be Monday to Friday 9am-5pm. In addition, we offer 25 days holiday pay (plus bank holidays), as well as the option to buy additional days. You’ll also have access to a variety of high street discounts, as well as a cycle to work scheme, a workplace pension, and many other perks.

What you’ll do on a typical day:

• Support the operation and maintenance of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and ERP platforms.
• Assist with data analysis and create dashboards using Tableau and Power BI.
• Maintain and update SharePoint sites and content libraries for accurate information sharing.
• Help with system integration projects and troubleshoot technical issues.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external technology partners to deliver solutions and improvements.

What you need to succeed at GXO:

• Experience in systems, data, and technology with an eye for detail.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and clear communication abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and with the capability to work on your own initiative and prioritise own workload.
• Able to work and adapt to a fast‑paced environment.
• Studied to Level 3 (A level) previously.
• Ambition and a genuine desire to learn and grow – this is a career and not just a job, and there will be a variety of development opportunities on offer during the scheme and beyond.