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UK Customs & Logistics Specialist Apprenticeship
SMART UK AUTOMOTIVE LTD
MILTON KEYNES (MK15 8BA)
Closes in 29 days (Saturday 31 October 2026 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 1 October 2026
Summary
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.
Wage:
£16,640 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices
Training
Course: Supply chain leadership professional (integrated degree) (level 6)
Hours: Example: 9.00am- 6.00pm Monday- Friday
Start date: Sunday 15 November 2026
Duration: 3 years 6 months
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
- Prepare and coordinate all UK customs documentation in a timely manner for submission to the UK customs broker.
- Coordinate the movement of UK vehicles from Zee to the UK, working with internal teams and external transport partners.
- Monitor expenditure and budgets associated with UK customs activity while vehicles are in transit to the UK.
- Manage the day-to-day administration and reporting of damage incidents within the supply chain.
- Support the day-to-day administration of internal fleet vehicles, including monitoring mileage and processing new vehicle orders.
- Analyse UK supply chain stock data and prepare reports to support the Sales Planning Manager with informed business decision-making.
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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.
Where you'll work
DELAWARE DRIVE TONGWELL MILTON KEYNES MK15 8BA
Requirements
Essential qualifications:
- GCSE in: English (grade 4 or above)
- GCSE in: Maths (grade 4 or above)
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
- Willingness to Learn
Other requirements:
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.
About this employer
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.
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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.
Website: uk.smart.com
Company 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.
After this apprenticeship
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay.
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.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
SUPPLY CHAIN ACADEMY LIMITED
Alex Mortimer
am@supplychainacademy.org.uk
01708259450
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000055575.
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