Student Placement

YUSEN LOGISTICS CO; Northampton; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A global logistics company in Northampton is recruiting a motivated university undergraduate for a 12-month placement to learn about Contract Logistics and develop a career in the industry. The placement offers valuable skills, networking opportunities, and a salary of £26,600 per annum along with various employee benefits. If you're eager to embark on a rewarding journey in logistics, apply now!

Benefits

25 days' holiday

Company pension scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Critical Illness Cover

Free online fitness platform

Access to online GP

Tailored career development

Qualifications

• Passion and motivation to develop a career in logistics and supply chain.
• Willingness to take on responsibilities from day one.
• A full, valid driving licence as required.

Responsibilities

• Understand the basics of Contract Logistics.
• Work on site projects and create value for customers.
• Engage with managers across departments to build professional relationships.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Flexibility

Responsibility

Job description

As part of the Yusen Student Placement Programme, you will complete one placement, learning a broad skill set and building comprehensive knowledge of the business. Placements will cover areas such as Contract Logistics. During the placement scheme, you can expect to:

• Understand the basics of Contract Logistics
• Create value for our customers and meet KPI's
• Work on site projects

You will also receive formal and on-the-job training and be matched with a mentor for support. You'll be encouraged to actively network across the business, engaging with managers from different departments and building valuable professional relationships. These connections will broaden your understanding of our operations and open opportunities to learn, collaborate, and progress your career within the company.

Yusen Logistics is working to become the world’s preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers and communities through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services. As a company, we’re dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world’s preferred choice.

Qualifications

• A passion and motivation to start and develop a career within the logistics and supply chain industry in the UK market
• Willingness to take on responsibilities from day one
• A flexible approach to working styles, shifts, roles, and locations
• Strong teamworking skills
• Excellent communication skills
• A full, valid driving licence (if required for the role)

Benefits

• Salary of £26,600 per annum
• 25 days' holiday (excluding bank holidays)
• Company pension scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Critical Illness Cover
• On-site Mental Health First Aiders
• Free eye test
• Employee referral scheme
• Free online fitness platform (Pilates, Yoga, Mindfulness, Meditation, 24/7 support, advice, diet and nutrition)
• Up to 25% off gym membership, high street vouchers
• Free access to 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, life events counselling, care concierge service
• Tailored development and career opportunities

We are now recruiting for a 12-month placement as part of our full‑time, one‑year Student Programme starting in September 2025, based in our Sustainable Distribution Centre (SDC) NN7 2FR. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated university undergraduate to gain valuable skills and develop a career with our well‑established, global logistics company. We'll provide a supportive environment, a range of personalised benefits, and tailored development opportunities, enabling you to grow and thrive professionally while building a solid foundation for your future career. If you're ready to take on a rewarding and diverse one‑year placement in the world of logistics, apply now!