Graduate Apprentice Trainee - Logistics

Volvo Group; Hosakote; On-site; INR 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

Volvo Group invites engineering graduates and diploma holders to participate in a structured 1-year practical On-the-Job Training (OJT) under the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS). The program focuses on Transport Operations within the Logistics International division in India, offering hands-on experience in booking, tracking, and data quality management as part of the TT I Division.

Locations include Hoskote and Peenya, in collaboration with Volvo Group India.

Qualifications

• University/college graduate in BE/B.Tech/B.Sc/B.Com or BBA in Operations.
• Certification in Analytics/ Foreign Trade is added advantage.
• Digital Competence – Able to use Office365 Apps for improvement & automation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with logistics and transport partners for lines of movement.
• Support day-to-day requirements of internal and external customers.
• Monitor end-to-end transportation activities including freight and delivery.
• Prepare documentation to meet customs and insurance requirements.
• Utilize Transport Management Systems (TMS) for planning and tracking.
• Communicate and coordinate with overseas Volvo plants and suppliers for imports/exports.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Self-motivated

Innovative

Education

BE/B.Tech/B.Sc/B.Com or BBA in Operations

Tools

Office365 Apps

Job description

Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future. If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.

This role is offered under the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS), a flagship initiative of the Government of India designed to equip Indian youth with practical, trade-specific skills. Administered under the provisions of the Apprentices Act, 1961 (amended in 1973), this program at Volvo Group offers engineering graduates and diploma holders a structured, 1-year practical, hands-on On-the-Job Training (OJT) opportunity to build industry-ready capabilities.

What you will do

At Logistics International - Transport Operations, India you will contribute to the transformation of our company, the transport industry and society at large.

You will be primarily contributing to operations in booking & tracking Transport from our suppliers to Plants in Bangalore using TMS & digital platform and Securing data quality of transactional data.

Locations: Hiring for Hoskote & Peenya

Your future team

Logistics International - Transport Operations, India is part of Trucks Technology & Industrial (TTI) Division within Volvo Group. We are a Logistics organization, globally connected to deliver world class logistics solutions. We ensure that transportation is purchased, packaging is made available at our suppliers, material is transported to our production facilities, and vehicles & CE machines are distributed to our customers on time. We design and optimize the Logistics Supply Chain for the Volvo Group, prepare logistics for new products and drive the Sales & Operations Planning process. We strive for an innovative and diverse workplace, based upon Volvo Group values with high focus on customer success.

Transport Operations India (TO IN)is a function withinTTI - Logistics Internationaland responsible for –

• Overseas & domestic transportation of material to the Production Facilities of Trucks, Construction Equipment and also Buses & Powertrain production units within Volvo Group India & Joint Venture in India,Distribution of Vehicles, Construction Equipment & Penta products to domestic & overseas Dealers/ Customers
• Managing Product Transit Yards & Cross Docks for Material.

We make sure that all logistics services are delivered with world class operational excellence, and this is achieved through networks and collaborations between functions in different locations globally.

Role Description

• Coordination with TTI Logistics approved Liners, Forwarders, Transporters, CHA’s, Overseas offices & Customers for lining up Sea/ Air/ Surface Freight movements.
• Close co-ordination with Customer (Internal & External) for their day to day requirements.
• Monitoring end to end activities (transportation, custom clearance, freight, delivery).
• Receipt of pre-arrival notifications from LSP / coordination with LC for delivery slots.
• Using TMS (Transport Management Systems) like ATLAS/ XTR / A4D etc supporting transport operations.
• Delivery of commodities and shipments from the port to the customer/consignee's warehouse facility.
• Maintaining KPI’s – Formalize, Record and Maintain KPI.
• Obtaining, checking and preparing documentation to meet customs and insurance requirements, packing specifications, and compliance with overseas countries' regulations and fiscal regimes.
• Arranging air transport for urgent and high-value freight and managing the risk door to door.
• Able to visualize transport & operational risks in advance.
• Dealing with special arrangements for transporting delicate cargos/ DG/ ODC.
• Maintaining communication and control through all phases of the journey, including the Management Reports.
• Proactively work with transportation & shipping teams to identify shipments at risk of not meeting delivery expectations based on mode, service level, miles and equipment type.
• Follow escalation process for deviation reporting.
  Participate & contribute to morning meetings, VPS & 5S activities.
  Monitoring Pre-Carriage, Freight & On- Carriage activities & cost thru’ TMS usuage.
  Communication to Overseas Volvo plants/ suppliers/ customers for Imports/ Exports flows.

Competence

• University/college graduate in BE/B.Tech/B.Sc/B.Com or BBA in Operations.
• Certification in Analytics/ Foreign Trade is added advantage.
• Digital Competence – Able to use Office365 Apps for improvement & automation.
• High on Integrity and Strong Ethics.
• Proficient in Interpersonal skills & strong in customer service relationship.
• Self-motivated & Innovative.
• Perseverance Continuous improvement & Quality mindset.

Who we are and what we believe in

We are committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents across the group’s leading brands and entities.

Every day, you will be working with some of the sharpest and most creative brains in our field to be able to leave our society in better shape for the next generation. We are passionate about what we do, and we thrive on teamwork. We are almost 100,000 people united around the world by a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment.

Trucks Technology & Industrial Division

hire team players who are ready to create real customer impact. Our decentralized teams work close to our customers, with speed and autonomy, to build what they truly need.
Join us to collaborate on innovative, sustainable technologies that redefine how we design, build, and deliver value. Bring your curiosity, your expertise, and your collaborative energy, and together, we’ll turn bold ideas into tangible solutions for our customers and contribute to a more sustainable tomorrow.

Job Category: Supply Chain & Logistics

Organization: Trucks Technology & Industrial

Every day, Volvo Group products and services ensure that people have food on the table, children arrive safely at school and roads and buildings can be constructed. Looking ahead,we are committed to driving the transition to sustainable and safe transport, mobility and infrastructure solutions toward a net-zero society.

Joining Volvo Group, you will work with some of the world’s most iconic brands and be part of a global and leading industrial company that is harnessing automated driving, electromobility and connectivity.

Our people are passionate about what they do, they aim for high performance and thrive on teamwork and learning. Everyday life at Volvo is defined by a climate of support, care and mutual respect.

If you aspire to grow and make an impact, join us on our journey to create a better and more resilient society for the coming generations.