Degree level
UK Customs & Logistics Specialist Apprenticeship
SMART UK AUTOMOTIVE LTD · MILTON KEYNES
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- Pay
- £16,640 a year
- Hours
- 40 a week
- Length
- 42 months
- Starts
- 15 Nov 2026
- Advertised closing date
- 31 Oct 2026
- Openings
- 1 position
- Last checked
- just now
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What you would do
UK-based Logistics & Supply Chain apprenticeship supporting customs operations as a UK Customs Declaration Coordinator. Gain hands-on experience across UK shipping, supply chain damage, stock analysis and reporting, internal fleet administration, and wider logistics operations alongside an accredited qualification.
Day to day
The apprentice will gain practical experience across UK customs, transport, supply chain administration, fleet management and stock analysis, including:
UK Customs: Prepare and coordinate all UK customs documentation in a timely manner for submission to the UK customs broker.
Transport Coordination: Coordinate the movement of UK vehicles from Zee to the UK, working with internal teams and external transport partners.
Customs Budget Monitoring: Monitor expenditure and budgets associated with UK customs activity while vehicles are in transit to the UK.
Supply Chain Damages: Manage the day-to-day administration and reporting of damage incidents within the supply chain.
Fleet Administration: Support the day-to-day administration of internal fleet vehicles, including monitoring mileage and processing new vehicle orders.
Stock Analysis: Analyse UK supply chain stock data and prepare reports to support the Sales Planning Manager with informed business decision-making.
The role will provide the apprentice with hands-on experience across multiple areas of logistics and supply chain, while developing their knowledge and skills alongside their formal apprenticeship qualification.
What you would study
Supply chain leadership professional (integrated degree) (level 6)
The BSc (Hons) Leading Digital Transformation for Sustainable Supply Chains, delivered by Supply Chain Academy in partnership with the University of West London, is a 42-month Level 6-degree apprenticeship delivered through a flexible hybrid model.
Learners combine live online teaching, interactive workshops, independent study and workplace-based projects, allowing them to apply their learning directly to real supply chain challenges within their organisation.
The programme covers areas including procurement, logistics, warehousing, operations, inventory, project management, sustainability, digital transformation, AI and supply chain resilience.
The emphasis is on practical application rather than academic theory alone, enabling employers to develop existing employees and future leaders while delivering measurable improvements within the workplace.
Other training
N/A
Training provider: SUPPLY CHAIN ACADEMY LIMITED
Working week
Example: 9.00am- 6.00pm Monday- Friday 1 hour lunch break
What you need
- GCSE English at grade 4 or above (essential)
- GCSE Maths at grade 4 or above (essential)
Skills they are looking for
- 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
- Willingness to Learn
After the apprenticeship
This apprenticeship is designed to provide a strong foundation for long-term career growth within the industry, with clear opportunities to develop, progress, and potentially move into senior or management roles over time.
Where
MILTON KEYNES, South East (MK15).
About SMART UK AUTOMOTIVE LTD
Smart is an international automotive brand combining innovative technology, design and electric mobility. Working for smart UK provides the opportunity to gain experience within a global automotive business, working with colleagues and teams across the UK and Europe.
For the apprentice, this is an opportunity to build a career within a modern, international organisation while gaining practical experience across customs, transport, logistics, stock management and supply chain operations alongside a recognised supply chain qualification.
The role offers exposure to a wide range of business functions and the opportunity to develop valuable skills in international trade, customs, logistics coordination, data analysis and supply chain management.
Benefits
Join an innovative global automotive business and gain hands-on experience across customs, logistics and supply chain operations. Work with UK and European teams, develop valuable professional and technical skills, and earn a recognised supply chain qualification while building your career within a growing global brand. Benefits include a pension, training and development, and a Work from Abroad benefit.
Things to consider
Smart are looking for someone who is motivated, proactive and keen to learn, with an interest in the automotive industry. Smart is a dynamic and fast-paced environment, so being comfortable taking initiative, adapting to changing priorities and working collaboratively is important.
Reference 2000055575.
Report a problem with this listing- Pay
- £16,640 a year
- Hours
- 40 a week
- Length
- 42 months
- Starts
- 15 Nov 2026
- Advertised closing date
- 31 Oct 2026
- Openings
- 1 position
- Last checked
- just now
Applications are handled by the Find an Apprenticeship service.
Know someone this would suit?