Logistics Administrator (Junior) - Apprentice

Global Corporate Logistics Limited; Manchester; On-site; GBP 8,300 - 12,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site role (Trafford Park,Manchester

Structured training program

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Global Corporate Logistics Limited in the Manchester area is seeking a part-time Logistics Administrator (Junior) Apprentice on-site to support day-to-day operations. You will help prepare shipping documents, book air, sea, road, and courier shipments, and keep systems updated with tracking information.

This training-focused role offers exposure to carriers, customers, and internal teams, with involvement in customs checks and compliance, records management, and process improvements.

Qualifications

• Strong communication with clear written and verbal skills.
• Customer service focus and positive client relationships.
• Foundational supply chain management knowledge: inventory flows, transport modes.
• Intro to export and logistics management, shipping docs and regulatory basics.
• Good organisational and time-management skills; attention to detail; proficiency with standard office software.
• Willingness to learn; apprenticeship training possible.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day logistics operations.
• Prepare and process shipping documentation.
• Assist with bookings for air, sea, road and courier shipments.
• Update internal systems with shipment and tracking data.
• Coordinate with carriers, customers and internal teams.
• Monitor delivery timelines and flag delays or issues.
• Assist with customs documentation and compliance checks.
• Maintain organized records and respond to inquiries.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Supply chain basics

Export & logistics

Organisation & time management

Office software

Education

Logistics related qualification

Tools

Booking platforms

Job description

Company Description

Global Corporate Logistics Limited (GCL) is a logistics and supply chain management company specializing in freight forwarding solutions for international trade. Established in 2011, GCL provides air, sea, road freight and international courier services, including customs clearance support, with a focus on reliability, safety, and value for money. The company combines strategic expertise in freight forwarding, warehousing, supply chain management, customs brokerage, and e-commerce logistics to ensure goods move seamlessly across borders. GCL is committed to innovation and the use of cutting-edge technology to optimize efficiency and manage global trade risks. Sustainability and environmental responsibility are central to the company’s operations, with a strong emphasis on green logistics and reducing carbon footprint.

Role Description

The Logistics Administrator (Junior) - Apprentice role is a Part-time, on-site position based in the Manchester Area, United Kingdom. The role involves supporting day-to-day logistics operations, including preparing and processing shipping documentation, assisting with bookings for air, sea, road, and courier shipments, and updating internal systems with accurate shipment and tracking information. The apprentice will help coordinate with carriers, customers, and internal teams, monitor delivery timelines, and flag potential delays or issues. Additional tasks include supporting customs documentation and compliance checks, maintaining organized records, responding to customer inquiries, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives within the logistics and supply chain function. The role provides structured training and guidance to develop practical skills and knowledge for a career in logistics administration.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong Communication skills, including clear written and verbal communication and the ability to collaborate with internal teams and external partners.
• Candidates should possess Customer Service skills, including professionalism, responsiveness to inquiries, and a focus on building positive client relationships.
• Candidates should possess foundational Supply Chain Management skills, including basic understanding of inventory flows, transportation modes, and shipment coordination.
• Candidates should possess introductory Export and Logistics Management skills, such as awareness of international shipping processes, documentation, and regulatory considerations.
• Additional beneficial qualifications include good organizational and time-management skills, attention to detail, proficiency with standard office software (e.g., spreadsheets, email, databases), willingness to learn, and a problem-solving mindset.
• A relevant qualification or coursework in logistics, business, or supply chain (or interest in gaining such qualifications through apprenticeship training) is advantageous.

What we offer

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• A genuinely varied role - no two days are the same
• Direct access to the business Director - real responsibility from day one
• Opportunity to grow into a senior operations or commercial role as the business scales
• On-site role at our Trafford Park office, Manchester
• Full training provided on all GCL systems, booking platforms, and customs processes