VF Corporation is launching its new Apprenticeship scheme and offering a fantastic opportunity for you to launch your career in supply chain and logistics! This position is based in Bardon, Leicestershire, UK.
Location: Bardon Distribution Centre, Coalville, Leicestershire, LE67 1FA
Salary: £12.21/hour
Start date: September 2025
Duration: Initial apprenticeship is 12 months, with the opportunity to progress and develop with further qualifications and/or permanent employment
Working hours: Monday to Friday First 12 weeks 8.30am - 5.00pm After the initial 3 months of the apprenticeship, you will be required to work a weekly rotating shift pattern of the Early Shift (6.00am - 2.30pm), and the Late Shift (2.30pm - 11.00pm)
The company
VF Corporation is one of the world’s largest apparel, footwear and accessories companies connecting people to the lifestyles, activities and experiences they cherish most through a family of iconic outdoor, active and workwear brands.
Our incredible range of fashion and apparel brands includes The North Face, VANS, Timberland, Dickies, Napapijri, Eastpak, Kipling and many more!
Find out more about VF Corporation at www.vfc.com
Let’s Talk about the Role
As a Warehouse Apprentice, you will work in our state-of-the-art Distribution Centre with modern facilities. You will become part of an inclusive team and learn all about the fashion and retail industry! You'll earn £12.21/hour as you achieve your NVQ level 2 qualification, with the opportunity to progress to NVQ level 3 Team Leader.
How You Will Make a Difference
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
Safety – To ensure safe working practices are adhered to and individually contribute to the site Health, Safety and Environmental Targets
Quality – To ensure that all goods handled meet the correct quality for our business and our customers, and all items are accurately counted, checked and processed
Delivery & Service – To follow the standardised process to meet key performance targets within the departments and deliver on time in full for our internal and external customer
Inbound – Receiving, Checking and Sorting Inbound Cartons and Pallets either manually or through the automated systems
Picking – Picking items for orders either through automated goods-to-person stations or manually
VAS (Value Added Services) and Packing - to rework the products to the customers’ requirements at the automated station or manually
Returns – To accurately process returns ensuring customers items are correctly accounted
Despatch – To sort, load and despatch internal and external customers’ orders either through the automated system or manually
Other duties as may be assigned to the job holder within the job holder’s capabilities
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
Training will take place at our Bardon Distribution Centre, Monday to Friday each week.
Your training will combine "on the job" learning experiences as you perform your daily tasks and duties, along with some study time that will help you to gain your qualification.
You will be supported by your friendly teammates, as well as your Team Leader, Mentor and the management team
Skills for Success
GCSE in English and Maths (Grade 4) desirable
Great communication skills with the ability to build relationships with colleagues
Attention to detail and organisation skills
Administrative and numeracy skills
A logical thinker who shows initiative and problem solving skills
A team player who embraces diversity and inclusion as a strength
IT skills
What’s in it For You
We’re in the business of unleashing human potential, driven by the ideas, energy and commitment of our people. That’s why we offer comprehensive benefits that encourage mental, physical and financial well-being for all VF associates. When it comes to benefits, we’re the total package:
A qualification in NVQ Level 2 Supply chain warehouse operative
A supportive feedback-based culture where respect and integrity guide us in what we do
An inclusive international environment where people of diverse backgrounds, lifestyles and nationalities love working together
Be part of an iconic lifestyle brand in a multi brand, multi countries organization
Subsidised canteen and break out areas offering complimentary hot drinks
Health Shield membership and access to numerous health and wellbeing initiatives including an on-site gym
Free secure onsite parking and discounts with local public transport
A discount card with 50% off on all VF brands
Free to Be, Inclusion & Diversity
As a purpose-led, performance driven company, we strive to foster a culture of belonging based on respect, connection, openness and authenticity. We are committed to building and maintaining a workplace that celebrates the diversity of our associates, allowing them to bring their authentic selves to work every day.
As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, VF is committed to support disadvantaged groups whilst providing equal opportunities for both VF associates and applicants alike.
If you like what you have read and want to join our team then we would like to hear from you!
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