DFDS - Graduate Rotational Logistics Programme

Overview

Have you recently graduated from university and looking for the opportunity to learn, grow and develop within an industry-leading business? If so, we are offering graduates the opportunity to complete a 2-year placement with ourselves which will be split between our logistics and shipping divisions across numerous locations in the UK & Ireland. With a current group turnover of £2bn, DFDS is one of the largest shipping & logistics leaders in Europe.

The Graduate Role

Over a two-year rotational programme starting February 2022, you will gain knowledge and experience to build your understanding of our business, our customers, and the wider industry. During your 24-month programme you will take part in 4 placements, these could be at any of our 20+ sites throughout the UK and Ireland so a willingness to travel and relocate is essential. You will be given a full location and training plan at the point of offer.

The programme consists of four six-month placements within multiple operational functions gaining experience within the following areas:

• Sales account management
• Transport planning co-ordination
• Customer service
• Data analysis
• Project management

Within each team, a mentor will be assigned to support integration into the organisation and development of each graduate through the programme with the requirement to complete the following:

• Be responsible for day to day activities in the role
• Work on a key project
• Write a report at the end of each placement with recommendations for improvement
• Assist in the recruitment process for the next cohort of graduates

What you will need to be successful?

We look for more than just a degree. We look for ambitious people with the drive to succeed and enthusiasm to deliver customer excellence. You will be a motivated individual who can work in an ever-changing environment. You will be curious, adaptable, collaborative, analytical, commercially aware, and most of all you will be someone who can contribute and share best practice. You will have achieved a minimum of a 2:1 degree, and obtain a full UK driving license (or have a test booked).

What can we offer you?

• 25K starting salary, rising to £27K in the second year
• Graduate mentor to support in your development
• Opportunity to gain professional qualifications
• Company discounts and free travel on ferries
• Team social events
• Full employee assistance programme (health and mental wellbeing)
• Retail discounts