Apprentice Purchasing Administrator

SWIFTPAK LIMITED

Theale (RG7 4PN)

Summary

We're looking for someone who loves organisation, accuracy and making things run smoothly. You'll ensure our products are available when our customers need them, our systems remain accurate, and our suppliers continue to deliver high standards.

Annual wage

£20,000 FIRST year

The pay may be negotiated and may rise after a probation period has been successfully completed.

Training course

Administration assistant

Hours

Monday – Friday, hours either 8am - 5pm or 7:30am - 4:30pm, with 30-minutes for lunch and 2 x 15-minute breaks.

40 hours a week

Duration

13 Months

Positions available

1

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

• As an apprentice, you’ll support the supply chain by helping manage purchase orders, supplier relationships, stock levels and product data across UK and international suppliers.
• You’ll maintain accurate ERP records, monitor deliveries, assist with forecasting and replenishment.
• You will help resolve supply issues.
• The role also includes updating product information, supporting stock accuracy, tracking market prices and developing strong skills in supply chain, inventory control and operations daily.

Where you’ll work

Unit 1 Total Park Station Road, Theale, RG7 4PN

Training

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.

College or training organisation

INTEC BUSINESS COLLEGES LIMITED

Your training course

Administration assistant

Equal to Level 2 (GCSE)

Your training plan

Administration Assistant Level 2

End Point Assessment

Monthly Tutor/Assessor Sessions

More training information

The programme focuses on practical administrative skills that will be applied within the individual's organisation. The high impact areas of knowledge include team working, data handling and management, awareness of key legislation, self-management and communication, all of which are transferable across an organisation, delivering results throughout a business.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

• Other (Computer Skills) Systems (Grade Experience) essential

Desired qualifications

• GCSE English (Grade 9-4 (A*-C)) desirable
• GCSE Mathematics (Grade 9-4 (A*-C)) desirable

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Problem solving skills
• Logical
• Initiative
• Accuracy & Methodical approach
• Proactive
• Curious & Keen to Learn
• High Personal Standards
• Takes Pride in Being Thorough

Other requirements

• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent organisation skills
• Accurate and methodical approach
• Good problem-solving ability

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