Logistics Apprentice - Trainee

Safran S.A.; Burnley; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

37 hour week

25 days holiday

Pension plan 10%

Private medical insurance

On-site catering

Wellbeing program

Employee share option

Job summary

Safran Nacelles in Burnley, UK, is offering a two-year Logistics Apprenticeship. Join the team to learn import/export coordination, customs processes, and freight forwarding while completing the Level 3 International Freight Forwarding Specialist Apprenticeship.

You'll work with SAP, support shipments, and gain exposure to logistics data, documentation, and stakeholder management. This paid apprenticeship blends hands-on experience with formal training over 18 months of the programme.

Qualifications

• A good standard of written and spoken English.
• Willingness to learn and develop.
• Strong IT skills and data accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate import and export shipments and documentation.
• Check customs entries and log logistics records.
• Raise export paperwork: invoices, packing lists, shipping docs.
• Support transport bookings for various deliveries.
• Use SAP to process deliveries and inter-company shipments.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to resolve shipment queries.
• Prepare stock reports and logistics data.
• Support invoice reconciliation and purchase requisitions.
• Contribute to continuous improvement in logistics.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data entry

Teamwork

English (Fluent)

Education

Student status

Tools

SAP

Job description

Published 08.20.2026 Company : Safran Nacelles Job field : Supply chain Location : Burnley , England , United Kingdom Contract type : Apprenticeship Contract duration : Full-time Professional status : Student Spoken language(s) : English FluentPublished 08.20.2026Job DescriptionSafran – Here, we craft excellence together.At Safran, excellence is a journey – and we'd love you to be a part of it. As a trusted global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation, and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future where we can all succeed together through a shared vision.We're looking for a Logistics Apprentice to join our team in Burnley on a 2-year fixed-term contract while completing the 18-month Level 3 International Freight Forwarding Specialist Apprenticeship. This is an exciting opportunity to build a career in logistics and international trade within a world-leading aerospace organisation, gaining practical experience alongside a recognised qualification.Working closely with our Logistics team, you'll learn how to coordinate the timely movement of products around the world, ensuring deliveries reach the right place, at the right time, with the correct documentation and by the most efficient transport methods. You'll gain exposure to customs processes, international shipping, supply chain operations, transport management systems, and stakeholder management while supporting critical business activities.Responsibilities:• Support the coordination of import and export shipments and associated documentation.• Assist with checking customs entries and maintaining logistics records.• Raise export paperwork including invoices, packing lists and shipping documentation.• Support transport bookings for routine, ad-hoc and express deliveries.• Process deliveries and inter-company shipments using SAP.• Work with internal and external stakeholders to resolve shipment queries.• Create and maintain stock requirement reports and logistics data.• Assist with invoice reconciliation, purchase requisitions and goods receipt activities.• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the logistics function.• Complete apprenticeship learning activities while developing professional logistics and freight forwarding knowledge.Contract: 2-Year Fixed Term ContractApprenticeship Programme: Level 3 International Freight Forwarding Specialist Apprenticeship (18 months)Selection Process: Online assessment followed by a half-day Assessment Centre at our Burnley site.Job RequirementsWhat You'll Bring:Essential:• A good standard of written and spoken English.• Strong attention to detail with accurate data entry skills.• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications.• A positive, proactive approach with a willingness to learn and develop.Desirable:• Knowledge or understanding of importing and exporting processes.• Awareness of customs or freight forwarding activities.• Experience using SAP or other business systems.• Strong problem-solving and organisational skills.• Ability to work effectively within a team environment.• Experience prioritising workload and managing multiple tasks.• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.• Flexible attitude towards learning new processes and systems.We know that some candidates may be put off ing for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert. We encourage anybody to if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experience relevant to the requirements of this role. Please let us know if you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the hiring process that may better facilitate your participation.We celebrate our differences and believe they make us stronger. We know that a fulfilling work environment is a key driver for innovative ideas and team success.Get involved:We also have a number of groups and forums across our sites that you can get involved with, including Women at Safran, Diversity at Safran, Sports Clubs, STEM ambassadors, Employee Forum, Charity Partnerships and Wellbeing Programs.But what else? (advantages, specific features, etc.)Looking after the people who make Safran great is our priority. We offer a range of flexible benefits designed to support you, both in and out of work, including:• 37 hour working week over 4.5 days with a 1pm Finish on Fridays (Role dependant)• 25 days' holiday + bank holidays (plus the option to buy an additional 5 days)• 10% employer pension contribution (5% employee contribution with the option to increase via salary exchange)• Flex-time scheme that allows you to take two half days or one full day off per month (Role dependant)• 4X life insurance benefit as a member of the pension scheme• Non-contributory BUPA private medical insurance plan (Role Dependant)• Excellent training, education, and development schemes• Enhanced sickness, maternity, adoption and paternity leave• Option to purchase Safran shares with additional free shares from the company• Excellent on-site catering facilities providing subsidised hot and cold meals• Corporate membership at the Crow Wood Hotel & Spa: Use of fitness suites, classes, pool & sauna, offering 54% discount as a gold member.• Wellbeing support through our employee assistance programme: 24/7 mental health support, access to remote GP appointments, medical second options, and physiotherapy• Cycle to work scheme, along with a range of flexible benefits chosen by you!Company InformationSafran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets.Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's ""World's Best Companies 2025"" ranking.Safran Nacelles designs, integrates, supports and provides aftermarket services for aircraft nacelles. The company is a world leader in the market for commercial aircraft with more than 100 seats, business jets and regional aircraft. At the forefront of technology, Safran Nacelles develops increasingly integrated, aerodynamic and lightweight nacelles with advanced acoustic treatments, helping to reduce aircraft CO₂ and noise emissions.Locate your future workplaceBancroft Road, BB10 2RZBurnleyEngland United Kingdom