Apprenticeship Careers
Apprenticeship vacancies from our
partner companies
Apprenticeship vacancies from our partner companies
Over the past few months, the employment market has been very volatile which has led to lots of uncertainty for employers, learners, and training providers.
SRSCC are committed to increasing social value, therefore, we are excited to offer further support. We are pleased to announce the launch of a free advertising service for our Employer Organisations so they can advertise their Procurement and Supply Chain Apprenticeship vacancies.
Category Officer
Vacancy Details
Salary: £26,421-£28,770
Location: Civil Centre
Job Type: Full Time, Fixed Term
Category: City Council
Closing Date: 21/8/24
Reference: 0000022487
Description
Directorate: Strategy and Resources
Section: Procurement & Commercial Services
Grade: Level 6
Actual Salary: £26,421 – £28,770
Hours: 37
This is a fixed term post for 2 years.
An exciting time to join Stoke-on-Trent City Council as a Category Officer embarking on a level 4 Commercial Procurement and Supply Apprenticeship.
You may have limited procurement experience but have an interest to help the public sector deliver value for money and an passion for developing your commercial skills. Therefore look no further than to support category management activity from source to contract that underpins the Council’s objectives to transform Procurement & Commercial Services into a leading edge and professional organisation through becoming more focused, more integrated, more disciplined through…
- creating a centrally coordinated, highly effective procurement function with strong execution capability
- being highly credible through the delivery of substantial and sustainable savings,
- being an integral strategic partner with directorates / functions and supply chain partners, and
- being a sustainable capability that is a strategic advantage for the Council.
Please note that if an employee who is currently at risk of redundancy within the organisation applies for this vacancy their application will receive priority. If this happens you will be advised accordingly.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Stoke-on-Trent City Council values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this – we therefore encourage applications from all sections of our community. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees – a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed together.
Unlock your potential as a Supply Chain Practitioner Apprentice at Whitecroft Lighting, where innovation and illumination meet to create a brighter tomorrow.
In this role you will experience multiple working parts of the company, working towards a Level 3 industry recognised CIPS Supply Chain qualification.
The successful candidate will initially spend a large amount of time supporting all supply chain functions; from purchasing, planning, inventory control to customer services. Time will be spent in all areas to gain experience in the wide scope of supply chain.
The successful candidate will study the L3 Supply Chain Apprenticeship, which includes the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply Level 3 Advanced Certificate.The programme increases the apprentice’s competencies in Supply Chain. Individuals will become competent in all stages of the Supply Chain cycle and able to apply factual, procedural, and theoretical knowledge of procurement and supply. Learners will be able to complete tasks and address problems that are well-defined but may be complex and non-routine. They will understand what relevant information is required and how to interpret and review its effectiveness. Individuals will be able to use their knowledge of procurement regulations/policies to support the wider procurement team in tasks such as quotation and/or tender response evaluation, supplier database maintenance, purchase order review and conversion, and stakeholder liaison.
Lineview are looking to recruit an enthusiastic apprentice with an interest in Procurement and Supply Chain and would like to work towards level 3. You will be working within the shared services department, supporting all departments within Lineview Solutions supply chain including supplier management, procurement, inventory and logistics. Objectives of the role include looking to create efficiency within the supply chain to increase service levels, reduce waste and costs to affect the overall profitability of the company. Whether you are new to procurement, or have limited knowledge, this apprenticeship would be beneficial in gaining the knowledge skills and behaviour development obtained by completing this apprenticeship standard.
Key Responsibilities
- Supplier Management – Source new and review current suppliers to ensure that requirements of Lineview (cost, terms, service levels) are being met.
- Procurement – Tendering & negotiating current and future inventory stock pricing & service levels. Ensuring Lineview are receiving the best terms & service and ensure alignment across the business.
- Raise PO, expedite orders and communicate any relevant updates
- Managing inventory
- Ensuring Lineview have a correct level of critical inventory in stock to ensure minimal loss of service to end customer.
- Ensure Stock accuracy (Inventory Audits)
- Checking & booking in goods
- Returns
- Logistics – responsible for the dispatching of goods to customers / partners.
- Logistics – Working with couriers to ensure Lineview are paying the most competitive rates.
- Analyse purchasing data to look for trends, anticipate future requirements, adjust ROP.
- Create and update supplier scorecards to enable benchmarking and comparison.
Key attributes/ skills and qualifications
- Excellent organisational and time management & planning skills.
- Good numeracy, communication, and literacy skills
- Good IT skills, including knowledge of a range of software packages.
- The capacity to prioritise tasks and work under pressure to meet deadlines.
- Ability to work well with others or on own initiative
- Attention to detail.
- Flexibility and adaptability to changing workloads
- Proactive approach
- Personable and friendly
If you are interested in procurement in the public sector, please read on. This role is based in the high performing Procurement and Commercial Team at Cambridgeshire County Council. You’ll be working alongside other Procurement Officers as well as the wider Procurement and Commercial function who are a close-knit, friendly team that will support and encourage your Development.
This position is also being offered as an apprenticeship where candidates do not already have CIPS Level 4 or equivalent experience within a procurement function. You will be mentored by an experienced procurement professional who will support you to develop. You will be given study leave, work-based support and the opportunity to apply your learning. Above all else, we will invest in you so that you can grow your career in procurement.
If the position is offered as part of the apprenticeship route, then the starting salary will be 70% of the bottom point of grade SO1 (£21,105.70per annum) after one year completion you will move to 85% of the bottom point of grade SO1 (£25,628.35 per annum). Upon completion of the second year of the apprenticeship you will move to 95% (£28,643.45 per annum) and once you have finished the apprenticeship course you will be on 100% of grade S01, (£30,151 per annum).
Please note that all of the figures quoted above do not include the NJC cost of living increase which is being nationally negotiated. Once settled, this increase will be applied and backdated to the start date of your employment.
For more information or to chat about this opportunity please contact Clare Ellis (Head of
Procurement and Commercial) by emailing clare.ellis@cambridgeshire.gov.uk and Mark Parker
(Senior Procurement Manager) mark.parker@cambridgeshire.gov.uk
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Yes, your company can advertise your available apprenticeships on this page by contacting us at 01772 282555 or emailing us at info@srscc.co.uk. We will review the information provided and publish the relevant details on our website.
A procurement and supply chain apprenticeship provides individuals with a wide range of work experience, including hands-on experience in areas such as purchasing, inventory management, and logistics. Apprentices may also have the opportunity to work with suppliers and customers, manage projects, and develop their communication and team working skills.
If you have any further questions about procurement and supply chain apprenticeships or the apprenticeships advertised on this page, please don’t hesitate to contact us at 01772 282555 or email us at info@srscc.co.uk. Our team will be happy to assist you and provide you with more information.
