Find an apprenticeship
Procurement & Supply Assistant Apprentice
How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
Kickstart your career in Procurement & Supply with JDR Products Ltd and gain valuable hands-on experience while working towards a recognised Level 3 apprenticeship. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills, build industry knowledge, and take your first step towards a rewarding career in procurement and supply chain.
Wage £15,160.60 a year
Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)
Training course Procurement and supply assistant (level 3)
Hours
- Monday - Thursday, 9:00am - 5:00pm
- Friday, 09.00 - 2:00pm (protected off-the-job apprenticeship training time is included within the working week)
- 35 hours a week
Start date Thursday 1 October 2026
Duration 1 year 3 months
Positions available 1
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
Job Purpose:
The Procurement & Supply Assistant supports the purchasing and supply chain activities of JDR Products Ltd, ensuring goods and services are sourced, ordered, delivered, and recorded efficiently. The role combines day-to-day operational responsibilities with structured learning through a 15-month apprenticeship programme.
Key Responsibilities
- Purchase Order Management – Create, process, and track purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Supplier Communication – Liaise with suppliers to obtain quotations, confirm delivery schedules, and resolve any issues.
- Invoice & Delivery Tracking – Match invoices to purchase orders, check delivery notes, and resolve any discrepancies.
- Stock & Inventory Support – Assist with stock checks, replenishment, and monitoring supply levels.
- Data & Record Keeping – Maintain procurement records, contract files, and supplier databases.
- Market & Supplier Research – Research suppliers, pricing, and market trends to support purchasing decisions.
- Compliance & Policy Adherence – Follow procurement policies, ethical standards, and audit requirements.
- Cross-Team Collaboration – Work closely with Finance, Operations, and Warehouse teams to support supply chain activities.
Where you'll work
MORETON HOUSE
WHITACRE ROAD
NUNEATON
CV11 6BW
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
HIGH RIDGE TRAINING LTD
Training course
Procurement and supply assistant (level 3)
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab)
What you'll learn
Course contents
- Monitor and order products, stock, equipment and services at appropriate times using the appropriate procurement method.
- Communicate to procurement's internal stakeholders, suppliers and other stakeholders in order to develop effective relationships and networks
- Create, maintain and amend purchase order and contract records.
- Interpret, evaluate and compare procurement information such as historical spend and usage using databases and spreadsheets.
- Present findings and data in all formats e.g. mathematically, written and oral.
- Determine value for money (VFM) and added value through the use of Total Cost of Ownership during the evaluation process, and apply the most economically advantageous tender (MEAT) criteria to the evaluation of quotes and tenders to support the recommendation at award. This may include the inclusion of green, low carbon, sustainability, and ethical criteria.
- Utilise relevant Procurement computer systems or internal databases.
- Select the supplier of the most appropriate products and services for purchases within their remit and place purchase order.
- Undertake appraisal of adhoc and low spend suppliers including setting them up on the purchasing system.
- Effectively research and analyse demand, spend, trends, potential suppliers and industries utilising qualitative and quantitative methods.
- Develop specifications of requirements and requests for quotes/tenders in line with organisational requirements.
- Apply considerations of responsible procurement in evaluating potential suppliers, quotes and tenders.
- Investigate and resolve purchase order, delivery and invoice queries.
- Own low risk value projects such as supply contracts for stationery, personal protective equipment (PPE) or other consumables, and contribute to higher risk activities such as contracts for building services or machinery, and track, log, expedite and review outstanding orders and stock availability where applicable.
- Maintain knowledge on all open orders and their status' and provide assistance to all purchasing staff e.g. expediting and feeding information back to the relevant stakeholders.
- Able to consider the impact of the decision making process when interacting with the supply chain.
- Able to support the contract negotiations and mini competitions with suppliers.
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
Training schedule
An apprenticeship includes regular specialize training with a training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
More training information
Your apprenticeship training will be delivered online by High Ridge Training, combining virtual learning sessions with practical workplace experience to support your career development.
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Good communication skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- Strong organisation skills
- Strong time management skills
- Numeracy and IT skills
- Strong teamworking skills
- Positive attitude
- Willingness to learn & develop
JDR Products Ltd is a leading aluminium manufacturer based in Nuneaton, supplying high-quality products to customers across the engineering, automotive, construction, and manufacturing sectors. Renowned for precision engineering, dependable service, and a customer-focused approach, the company is committed to delivering excellence through continuous improvement, innovation, and quality. JDR Products Ltd also operates two specialist brands, RapidGB and TruDomes, further expanding its expertise and product offering.
http://www.jdrproductsltd.com (opens in new tab)
Company benefits
At JDR Products Ltd, you'll benefit from:
- 20 days' annual leave, plus Bank Holidays
- One week's company sick pay
- Company pension scheme (age dependent)
- Death in service (2 x annual salary, post probation)
- Free car parking
- Full support throughout your Level 3 Procurement & Supply Apprenticeship
- Opportunities for permanent employment and career progression upon successful completion of the apprenticeship
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).
There will be an opportunity for a full time role in the Purchasing Department.
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
HIGH RIDGE TRAINING LTD
David Payne
david.payne@jdrproductsltd.com
02476326585
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000045188.
Closes on Friday 25 September 2026
[Sign in or create an account](opens in new tab)
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London
Skills