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
Check your travel to work before you apply!
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
Proactive and able to spot issues early
Comfortable working with systems and processes
Naturally curious and keen to learn
Able to manage tasks efficiently
High personal standards
Takes pride in completing work accurately and thoroughly
Very busy role in an open office environment
Comfortable interacting with others and keeping on top of work
Full-time, on-site role
About this company
Swiftpak's foundation is built on our core values. Our mission is to make our customers' operations as productive and stress-free as possible in a socially and environmentally responsible manner.
After this apprenticeship
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).
This role was created in view of progressing into QA (Quality Assurance) and compliance as a second step. This would involve taking ownership of all QA and keeping all records and procedures up to date in view of maintaining our accreditations.
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The contact for this apprenticeship is:
SWIFTPAK LIMITED
Linsay Narborough
(phone number removed)
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC(phone number removed)