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Procurement Apprentice - Level 4 - Stockport

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Department: Group Services
Location: Stockport
Description
You’ll support the procurement team with sourcing, supplier selection, and contract management while helping to analyse data, compare suppliers, and ensure best value. Alongside this, you'll build strong working relationships with internal teams and external suppliers, all while working towards a Level 4 Procurement qualification that blends practical, hands‑on experience with structured learning.
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Individuals with A Levels or equivalent who are interested in developing a career in procurement, supply chain, or commercial business functions. You'll be curious, motivated to learn, comfortable working with data and people, and keen to develop practical skills while gaining a recognised professional qualification.
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Entry Requirements
You'll need 2 A Levels (or equivalent). This programme combines practical workplace experience with structured learning, helping you develop the knowledge, skills and professional confidence needed to build a successful career in procurement and supply chain management.


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Training Programme
You will be enrolled on the Level 4 Procurement and supply chain practitioner Apprenticeship. A structured programme lasting approximately 18 months.
To ensure that everyone has a fair opportunity to join our team, please inform us if you require any reasonable adjustments to our recruitment and interview process is, by emailing recruitment@ocugroup.com.
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