Warehouse Apprentice

A.P. Moller - Maersk; Derby; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A global logistics leader in Derby seeks a Warehouse Apprentice to support warehouse operations and management. Responsibilities include scheduling, documentation, freight coordination, and inventory control. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, tech-savvy, and possess strong organizational skills. This full-time position promises a dynamic working environment with potential for career growth.

Responsibilities

• Support daily warehouse scheduling to ensure efficient flow of goods.
• Verify the accuracy of shipping and receiving paperwork.
• Track incoming containers and liaise with carriers for timely delivery.
• Accurately input and update shipment data into WMS.
• Support regular stock counts and investigate variances.
• Understand and adhere to warehouse safety procedures.
• Participate in team huddles to identify improvement opportunities.
• Liaise professionally with internal teams and external partners.

Skills

Strong Organisational Skills

Attention to Detail

Tech-Savvy & Eager to Learn

Excellent Communication

Problem-Solving Mindset

Team Player with Initiative

Adaptability

Professionalism & Reliability

Tools

Excel

Job description

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Maersk is a global leader in container logistics, focused on simplifying global trade and delivering end-to-end supply chain solutions. We value diversity and aim to build high-performing teams across brands, cultures, and locations.

Overview

Join a global leader as we embark on an industry-defining transformation that is revolutionising trade. You’ll play a vital part in our success, working in one of our brand-new warehouses handling goods for some of our biggest partners globally. This role offers opportunities to develop your career within a dynamic, international setting.

Key responsibilities

• Planning & Scheduling
  • Support daily warehouse scheduling, ensuring efficient flow of goods and alignment with operational priorities.
  • Assist in allocating resources and space based on incoming and outgoing volumes.
• Inbound & Outbound Documentation
  • Verify the accuracy and completeness of shipping and receiving paperwork.
  • Prepare documentation required for customs clearance, internal systems, and customer visibility.
  • Maintain a clear audit trail of all documents.
• Freight Coordination & Tracking
  • Track incoming containers and liaise with carriers, freight forwarders, and internal stakeholders to ensure timely delivery.
  • Support escalation processes for delayed shipments or discrepancies.
• Systems & Data Entry
  • Accurately input and update shipment and inventory data into warehouse management systems (WMS).
  • Assist the Customer Service and Yard Operations teams by ensuring timely and accurate data availability.
• Stock & Inventory Control
  • Support regular stock counts, cycle checks, and variance investigations.
  • Assist with reporting stock discrepancies and recommending corrective actions.
• Health & Safety Awareness
  • Understand and adhere to warehouse safety procedures and site rules.
  • Assist with maintaining a clean, organised, and compliant workspace.
• Continuous Improvement
  • Participate in team huddles and process reviews to identify improvement opportunities.
  • Support Lean or 5S initiatives where applicable.
• Stakeholder Communication
  • Liaise professionally with internal teams and external partners, and support customer-focused problem solving and resolution.

Desired Skills & Attributes

• Strong Organisational Skills: Able to manage multiple tasks, prioritise effectively, and maintain accuracy under pressure.
• Attention to Detail: A stickler for correctness, especially with documentation, numbers, and processes.
• Tech-Savvy & Eager to Learn: Comfortable using systems, Excel, and learning digital tools; willing to upskill.
• Excellent Communication: Clear communication with various stakeholders and proactive when something is off.
• Problem-Solving Mindset: Thinks ahead, spots issues early, and seeks better ways to do things.
• Team Player with Initiative: Positive attitude, willingness to learn and contribute ideas.
• Adaptability: Able to adjust to changing priorities, seasonal pressures, or urgent inbound shipments.
• Professionalism & Reliability: Owns responsibilities, arrives on time, understands impact in the supply chain.

We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy or parental status, veteran status, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

We can provide accommodations during the application and hiring process. If you need special assistance, please contact [e-mail].

Seniority level

• Not Applicable

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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