Yusen Logistics (UK) Recruitment Brochure

Yusen Logistics (UK) Recruitment Brochure

WHAT IF LOGISTICS HELPED FREE YOUR THINKING? Logistics is arguably one of the most important career sectors in the world. Without supply chain resources we would see food and fuel shortages, goods, pharmaceuticals and healthcare products would not be delivered on time, descending us into CHAOS. Every organisation, large or small and every individual uses the logistics supply chain. So, if you’re considering a career change or just starting out, the field of logistics has so much to offer.

WHO ARE WE AND WHAT DO WE DO?

Yusen Logistics provides a wide variety of services, including ocean and air freight as well as transport & warehousing solutions. With the core supply chain elements in place, Yusen Logistics designs, implements,andmanages supply chains specific to global industry markets, or, bespoke solutions for more complex transportation models. As a service provider, Yusen Logistics manages these elements with a focus on developing strong relationships with its customers to ensure long term success for both the company and our customers.

Yusen Logistics is a truly global company with a network spanning almost 341 cities in 45 countries. Our 24,000 employees are locally situated within the key regions of Europe, East Asia, South Asia & Oceania, Japan and the Americas. Although Yusen Logistics works with a wide variety of customers, we are experts in several key market sectors and industries. With specialist teams and world renowned logistics expertswe lead theway inAutomotive,Aerospace, Retail,Healthcare & Pharmaceutical,Technology and Food logistics. Our customers in these key sectors are some of the biggest company and brand names in the world and would be familiar to everybody.

WHERE DO WE DO IT AND WHO DO WE DO IT FOR?

WORKING WITH US...

Yusen Logistics are a rapidly expanding business with ambitious plans and looking for outstanding people to join us. As a global company we offer excellent opportunities for you to develop you careers in different functions and areas. If you have the drive, energy and commitment, Yusen Logistics will help you develop your skills, supportingyouwithacomprehensive trainingprogramme and, if appropriate, will sponsor you to gain professional qualifications. Yusen Logistics is committed to providing equal opportunities. All applicants will be judged solely on their merits.

MY YLUK JOURNEY MILENA CHAMBERS, WAREHOUSE SOLUTION DESIGN MANAGER

2005 Arrived in the UK and worked for various logistics organisations

2016 Joined Yusen as an Operations Analyst at Tilbrook

2017 During my Performance Development Review I asked about management training organisations

2018 I joined the Solution Design team as an Analyst

2019

2020

I completed the Yusen Management Development Programme

I was promoted to Solution Design Manager

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Milena’s collaborative attitude has not only fostered good working relationships internally but has also led to major business wins. The mindset of constantly looking for more innovative solutions, and looking closely at the customer specific detail, is also growing the team knowledge pool and also leading to development of her peers....Top Lass!

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I believe that success is no accident. It is hard work, perseverance, learning, studying, sacrifice and most of all, a love of what you are doing.

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Ben Bird General Manager – Business Solutions

Milena Chambers

We want to share our passion for logistics with candidates who are just starting out on their professional journey. Our recruitment process for graduate positions starts in November with interviews and assessment centres take place in December.

TRAINEE PROGRAMMES

Management Trainee Programme WITH YUSEN YOU CAN START YOUR CAREER WITH US IN 3 WAYS: 1

During the programme you will be supported with formal on the job training and be matched to a Mentor. The programme is suitable for graduates with a 2:2 degree in Logistics or Business, a full UK driving licence and flexibility regarding location and shifts.

Youwill gainpractical responsibility fromthefirst phase of a 2-year Programme, which will follow the structure: Year 1: Contract Logistics 6 Months - Warehousing Placement 6 Months - Transport Placement

Year 2: Option of the following placements 6 months - International Freight Forwarding 6 months - Healthcare 3 months - Continuous Improvement 3 months - Solution Design 3 months - Supply Chain Solution

We have 42 mentors from across all areas of the business and range from our MD and other Directors, through to First Line Managers , who have been trained as internal mentors. Mentors are formally provided for apprentices, management trainees, interns and Development Centre attendees, but anyone can ask for an internal mentor when extra support is needed.

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3

Apprenticeship Programme

12 Month Placement

Our placement programme will provide you with a strong start to your career by gaining practical work experience in a fast-paced logistics business, supporting our projects & operations in key sites. We are looking for customer and quality focused, pro-active team players;keen to learnwithinadynamic environment.

We currently have apprenticeship programmes in the following departments:

• Drivers • Contract Logistics • HR • International Freight Forwarding • IT • Finance • Procurement • Operational Support • Transport

All apprentices receive amentor fromthe Yusen Mentor Scheme and some go on to complete further apprenticeships as they continue their professional development.

The logistics sector has a diverse workforce and offers careers opportunities for people of all backgrounds and educational levels. You can develop your career in a customer facingBusiness Operations Team or in one of the Central Business Functions. Yusen Logistics have plenty of advancement opportunities as everyone receives an annual performance development review, we are passionate about providing you with the best training and development opportunities. Training is delivered through face to face sessions or our tailor-made webinars to provide the best experience for learners.

OUR TEAMS

Business Operations

Asset Light Logistics • Transport Planning • Quality & Compliance • Carrier Management

Contract Logistics • Driving

• Warehouse Operations • Transport Operations • Inventory Control and Management • Warehouse Management • Warehouse Design • Facilities Management • Procurement/Fleet Management International Freight Forwarding • Import & Export • Customs Brokerage • Branch and Operations Management • Key Account Management

Central Business Functions

IT • IT Services • IT Infrastructure • Business Systems • Business Change

Human Resources • Business Support • Recruitment • Payroll • Rewards • Human Resources Administration • Learning & Development

Risk & Compliance • Health & Safety • Audit • Insurance • Security

Commercial • Business Development • Warehouse & Transport Design • Marketing

MY YLUK JOURNEY

PAUL EVANS NORTHERN OPERATIONS MANAGER SHARED USER TRANSPORT RESPONSIBLE FOR GLASGOW, WYTHENSHAW AND LEEDS

1985 Joined the British Army at 17 years old where I trained with the Royal Engineers as a Combat Engineer, Boat Operator and Plant Operator Mechanic. 2007 Seconded to support manager in Northampton where Yusen invested in my development. “I moaned about the internal courses at the time, but still refer to these today”. 2021 Northern Operations Manager – Greatest work achievement to date: The transport platforms are now uniform in their structure and processes and more importantly they can communicate with each other.

1992 Worked for transport

2004 Joined NYK as a driver at Telford depot.

companies learning to cover roles like planning office and warehouse.

Volunteered to support the transport office for 2 weeks.

2010

2019 Responsible for shaping the transport platforms strategy, dividing the country into North and South regions.

SUT Operations Manager, responsible for more than 100 vehicles and 150 colleagues for transport and X dock operation.

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Don’t be afraid to change. Its better to regret something you have done, rather than regret something that you haven’t. Exceptional teams are made when colleagues communicate, share ideas and frustrations and support each other.

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Paul Evans

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Paul has been a role model in his leadership of Personal Development Reviews for Shared User Transport. Through his coaching, training and encouragement, all managers completed their PDR’s ahead of schedule.

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Greg Carter Senior General Manager, Transport

REWARD & BENEFITS

As a Yusen Logistics employee, you will be rewarded in addition to your annual salary and have access to a number of employee benefits including company pension scheme.

Health and Wellbeing

Recognition

• Critical illness cover • 24/7 employee online support service • “Instructor Live” fitness platform • Flexible working arrangements support

• Recognition scheme ‘RecogniseYu’ • Long service awards

Discounts through “Everyone Benefits”

• Save money with hundreds of retailers and experience packages • Discounted e-vouchers and gift cards • Discounted gym membership • Selected customer product discounts

DON’T DELAY, APPLY TODAY!

View our latest vacancies here https://jobs.uk.yusen-logistics.com email: [email protected]