Training Specialist

DSV - Global Transport and Logistics; Northampton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced Annual Leave Entitlement

Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme

Salary Sacrifice Cycle Scheme

WeCare App (wellbeing)

LifeWorks app

Life Insurance

Job summary

DSV – Global transport and logistics is seeking a Training Specialist to develop our people, support system implementations, and drive operational excellence across our Contract Logistics network. You will deliver WMS training, support migrations, and partner with stakeholders to shape effective learning solutions across multiple UK sites.

Regular travel to DSV sites across the UK will be required to support training delivery, system migrations, and business initiatives, with a Mon-Fri work week

Qualifications

• Experience delivering training within an operational or logistics environment.
• Strong knowledge of WMS (Warehouse Management Systems) preferably Blue Yonder.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and presentation skills.
• Effective people skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• A positive, approachable, and collaborative working style.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Level 3 English proficiency.
• Ability to identify development needs and recommend practical solutions.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly.
• A willingness to undergo any required internal/external training to develop your own skills and knowledge.
• Experience of WMS implementations or project lifecycles desirable.
• Experience analysing operational performance and identifying improvement opportunities beneficial.
• A recognised training qualification or experience delivering training to operational teams advantageous.
• Strong IT aptitude and enthusiasm for continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Deliver WMS (Warehouse Management Systems) training programmes across Contract Logistics operations.
• Support WMS migrations, system implementations, and onboarding activities for new customers.
• Partner with operational stakeholders to identify development needs and deliver effective training solutions.
• Facilitate soft skills training for Team Leaders, Supervisors, and Managers.
• Contribute to the design, development, and delivery of training initiatives that support business objectives.
• Support sites in achieving and maintaining training compliance standards.
• Conduct training reviews and audits to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Maintain accurate training records, schedules, and training documentation.
• Assist in the development of e-learning content and digital training tools.
• Identify skills gaps and recommend development solutions that improve performance and capability.
• Continuously develop your own knowledge and maintain training standards across the business.

Skills

WMS training delivery

Stakeholder engagement

Facilitation

Presentation skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Driving licence

Education

Training qualification or experience delivering training

Level 3 English

Job description

Training Specialist

Location: Midlands, Brackmills, Northampton or Mercia Park (DE12) with regular travel required)

Mon-Fri 37.5 hours per week

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Job Req Number: 123600

Time Type: Full Time

Training Specialist

Location: Midlands, Brackmills, Northampton or Mercia Park (DE12) with regular travel required)

Mon-Fri 37.5 hours per week

Start here. Go anywhere.

At DSV, we keep supply chains moving and help businesses connect with the world. As our Contract Logistics division continues to grow, we are looking for a Training Specialist to help develop our people, support system implementations, and drive operational excellence across our network. This is a varied role where you will help colleagues build the knowledge, skills, and confidence they need to succeed. Regular travel to DSV sites across the UK will be required to support training delivery, system migrations, and business initiatives. Your work will have a direct impact on employee development, operational performance, and the successful implementation of new customers and systems across our Contract Logistics network.

What will you be doing?

• Deliver WMS (Warehouse Management Systems) training programmes across Contract Logistics operations.
• Support WMS migrations, system implementations, and onboarding activities for new customers.
• Partner with operational stakeholders to identify development needs and deliver effective training solutions.
• Facilitate soft skills training for Team Leaders, Supervisors, and Managers.
• Contribute to the design, development, and delivery of training initiatives that support business objectives.
• Support sites in achieving and maintaining training compliance standards.
• Conduct training reviews and audits to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Maintain accurate training records, schedules, and training documentation.
• Assist in the development of e-learning content and digital training tools.
• Identify skills gaps and recommend development solutions that improve performance and capability.
• Continuously develop your own knowledge and maintain training standards across the business.

About You

• Experience delivering training within an operational or logistics environment.
• Strong knowledge of WMS (Warehouse Management Systems) preferably Blue Yonder
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and presentation skills.
• Effective people skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• A positive, approachable, and collaborative working style.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Level 3 English proficiency.
• Ability to identify development needs and recommend practical solutions.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly.
• A willingness to undergo any required internal/external training to develop your own skills and knowledge.
• Experience of Warehouse Management System (WMS) implementations or project lifecycles desirable
• Experience analysing operational performance and identifying improvement opportunities beneficial
• A recognised training qualification or experience delivering training to operational teams advantageous
• Strong IT aptitude and enthusiasm for continuous learning.

What can we offer you?

Competitive Salary Package and an opportunity to be a part of and grow within a driven and successful company, with a team of 160,000, operating in over 90 countries.

In addition, we can offer access to a selection of employee benefits, such as:

• Enhanced Annual Leave Entitlement from your start, which increases with length of service.
• Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme for Ultra-Low Emissions Cars
• Salary Sacrifice Cycle Scheme
• WeCare App, for support with physical and mental wellbeing, including access to GPs for you and your dependents.
• LifeWorks app for access to cashback and discounts on high street and online brands.
• Life Insurance and which includes access to expert probate support.

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Please be aware that all successful candidates will undergo necessary right-to-work checks and certain sites require 5-years’ worth of referencing and criminal record checks.

We do not accept CV details from Recruitment Agencies unless DSV have engaged directly regarding the role requirements beforehand.

DSV – Global transport and logistics

Working at DSV means playing in a different league.

As a global leader in transport and logistics, we have been on an extraordinary journey of growth. Let’s grow together as we continue to innovate, digitalise and build on our achievements.

With close to 150,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we work every day to offer solid services and meet our customers’ needs and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent, fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you.

At DSV, performance is in our DNA. We don’t just work – we aim to shape the future of logistics. This ambition fuels a dynamic environment built on collaboration with world-class team players, accountability and action. We value inclusivity, embrace different cultures and respect the dignity and rights of every individual. If you want to make an impact, be trusted by customers and grow your career in a forward-thinking company – this is the place to be.

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