MSC Belgium | 20.03.2024 | Antwerp
Commercial traineeship
Job description
JOB DESCRIPTION
Are you eager to explore the different business areas of a world leader in global container shipping? Then the Commercial Traineeship is the perfect way to kick-start your career!
This traineeship is designed to prepare young graduates like you to become strong and successful contributors to our company, with focus on sales. We offer you a 12-month rotation program that is tailormade, based on your interests and skills and our needs. Your training path can include the following departments: Export and Import (Documentation, Booking & Customer Care), Operations, Financial Business Control, Commercial Management (incl. Business Analysis), Logistics and Business Support & Development.
Formal and on-the-job training will enable you to learn our business rapidly. During your rotation you will receive regular feedback on your performance and progress, both on a personal and professional level. Upon demonstration of business acumen and professionalism, you will be equipped to advance into an even more challenging sales assignment within MSC.
In the end, you will find yourself in a position at the heart of our business where your knowledge and skills will be used to the full.
As a trainee at MSC you will have the following responsibilities:
Obtain knowledge of the shipping industry and get familiar with the quality standards and values of MSC
Learn to identify customer needs and expectations and respond to them in a timely, professional and effective manner
Provide your critical insights on the existing procedures and come up with possible improvements
Seek feedback and input actively from more experienced colleagues
Develop alliances with a broad range of people by demonstrating respect for others. Learn to adjust your communication style to meet the needs of individuals at various organizational levels both internal as external
Assist in general projects if required
Profile
You (will soon) hold minimum a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Economics, Logistic Management or any other relevant field
You have an absolute interest and an innate talent for (inside) sales
You possess a strong affinity with or interest in the maritime industry
You are fluent in Dutch and English, both written and verbally. Any other language is considered a plus
You maintain a steep learning curve and you are able to quickly master new systems and technologies
You are able to “think outside the box” and you dare to challenge the status quo
You are a strong and persuasive communicator
You adjust quickly and effectively to changing conditions and demands. You see change as a necessary and inevitable aspect of organizational life as well as an opportunity to learn
You are able to work independently as well as in a team
What do we offer?
The opportunity to become part of our MSC Family where a family atmosphere is combined with a professional approach and a no-nonsense mentality! Your team of experienced colleagues will immediately immerse you in our culture and guide you in your job. Work-life balance? That's totally fine thanks to our flexible hours. Keep the occasional (pre)evening free for our afterwork activities or a drink with colleagues. Finally, you can count on a competitive salary, supplemented with extra-legal benefits (meal vouchers, eco vouchers, additional vacations, etc.).
Ready to join us?
Click quickly on the 'apply button' and who knows, we might hear from each other soon!
MSC Belgium
MSC is a privately owned global organization operating a network of over 524 offices in 155 countries, employing a team of over 100.000 dedicated individuals. Our shipping expertise has been built over the past generations by carrying people and goods all over the world.
In a global economy, our mission is to offer reliable and sustainable transport solutions by sea, road and rail to customers in all industries. We achieve this, as a family-owned business, by building long-term relationships founded on knowledge, professionalism, and care. We are passionate about what we do, we challenge ourselves to achieve excellence and we are tenacious in overcoming obstacles.
What makes our history unique is the family culture and values that have remained throughout the growth of the company. We are a company driven by people, not by systems and we believe it is this ethos that has led us to be so successful.
Our mission is to provide our people with personal fulfillment and enrichment. We are committed to sharing our knowledge, delivering training and support enabling our people’s professional growth.
We ensure fair opportunities providing long-term career development, embracing diversity, and valuing all cultures. Together, we are MSC. Check all the job offers and apply now!
