International freight forwarding specialist (level 3)
Training provider
SEETEC BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY CENTRE LIMITED
Length
6 months
Hours
37.5 hours a week
Starts
24 Nov 2026
Standard
International freight forwarding specialist (level 3)
Working pattern
On-site
About the programme
Prepare and send freight quotes for air, sea, and road shipments
Liaise with carriers and partners to obtain competitive rates
Analyse costs (freight, fuel, duties, surcharges) to build accurate pricing
Update and maintain internal rate sheets and pricing systems
Support the sales team with timely and competitive quotations
Monitor market trends and rate fluctuations
Assist with tender documents and larger customer pricing proposals
Communicate with overseas agents to coordinate international pricing
Ensure quotes align with company margins and service requirements
Follow up on quotes and track conversion into bookings
Training
On-the-job training delivered by the employer
Apprentices without Level 2 English and maths will need to achieve this level prior to taking the end-point assessment
For those with an education, health and care plan or a legacy statement, the apprenticeships English and mathematics minimum requirement is Entry Level 3
Allocation of an apprenticeship delivery coach who will carry out regular training
Assessment and support visits to ensure you acquire new learning, knowledge, skills and behaviours in order to progress and develop
Identify, track and support 6 hours of off-the-job training activities
Quarterly formal progress review meetings, identifying learning achievements and next steps
After the apprenticeship
Progress from Pricing Apprentice to Senior, gaining hands-on experience in quoting, cost analysis, and strategy
Develop your skills, take on more responsibility, and grow into a key role driving competitive pricing and business success
Things to consider
Applicant must drive and live within 30 minutes commute to be considered for this role
Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accuracy under pressure
Confident with numbers and comfortable analysing costs and pricing data
Excellent organisational and time management skills
Ability to switch between tasks quickly without losing focus or quality
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
A sociable personality - able to engage in office conversation while staying productive
Good team player who builds positive relationships across departments
Self-motivated with a proactive approach to learning
Ability to work to deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Professional, reliable, and eager to develop a career in freight forwarding
Entry requirements
GCSEs: English grade c or above; Maths grade c or above
What you’ll need
GCSE
English: c or above
GCSE
Maths: c or above
Driving licence
Required
Skills: Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Presentation skills, Administrative skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience, Physical fitness
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