Job Description

We are seeking a distribution controller apprentice for our Materials Distribution Centre in Cramlington, to co-ordinate and control the distribution of RENOLIT UK Ltd products to its global customer base, ensuring delivery performance meets cost, quality and service parameters. They will arrange and schedule transport requirements for all departments as requested for both outbound and inbound.

Main task

Communicate with customer services to ensure the correct and timely release of sales orders to both global markets. Prepare, process pick notes / labels and update appropriate daily loading plans.

Use of SAP/COAGO system to confirm picks, update stock records and produce despatch notes.

Ensure deliveries arrive at customers on time and in full, progress chase where necessary.

Arrange and schedule transport to deliver shipments on a in line with customer requirements.

Additional task

Check and authorise freight invoices within scope of authority.

Investigate and report conclusions concerning any issues while goods in 'transit'. Liaise with both CCT and Transport providers to establish the facts and where necessary rule on whether a claim is appropriate. Following claims through to conclusion.

Purchasing Administration Support; converting purchasing requisitions into orders.

The individual must be methodical and accurate and able to work autonomously.

Provide cover for team members within the distribution department as and when required.

Activities

Collate and /or extract data to produce performance measurement reports.

Update spreadsheets daily for pallets / racks shipped by destination.

Provide monthly data detailing special deliveries, frequently visited destinations, areas for concern etc.

Who we are looking for

The successful candidate should be a highly organised team player, have excellent written and communication skills, be computer literate (MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel) and have an interest in Supply Chain and Logistics.

A positive attitude and a friendly, confident, and approachable manner are essential.

The apprentice must be able to demonstrate the following required attitudes, behaviours, and interpersonal skills:

- Communicate effectively using a full range of skills: speaking; listening; writing; body language.

- Work and interact effectively within a team.

- Work independently and proactively take responsibility for initiating and completing tasks.

- Understand impact of work on others

- Excellent time management and ability to complete work to schedule.

- Ability to handle change and respond to change management processes in a positive manner.

- Demonstrate a can do attitude and willingness to operate flexibly to meet business demands.

Qualifications:

Minimum 6 GCSEs at Grade 4 and above to include Mathematics and English

The successful applicant will complete a Level 3 Supply Chain Practitioner qualification throughout their apprenticeship, which will be supported by Zenith Training.

Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship

Pay: From 15,500.00 per year

Benefits:

Canteen Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Sick pay
Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 30/05/2025
Reference ID: MDC0525