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Business Administration Apprentice - Purchasing
Newtech Intelligent Automation, a leading provider of ultrasonic slicing, robotic handling, and automation systems for the food industry, is seeking a motivated and organized Purchasing Apprentice to join their team.
About the Role
This role is ideal for someone with a strong attention to detail who is looking to build a solid foundation for a career in business and purchasing. As a Purchasing Apprentice, you will support the Purchasing and Stores department, working closely with experienced colleagues to ensure the smooth procurement of materials and components required for manufacturing projects.
Responsibilities
- Assist with purchasing activities
- Help select suppliers and maintain positive supplier relationships
- Support the development of preferred supplier agreements
- Identify opportunities for cost savings
- Raise purchase orders using Sage
- Issue purchase orders to suppliers
- Monitor deliveries to ensure components arrive in line with project schedules
- Assist with the day-to-day organization of the stores area
- Ensure stock is accurately managed
- Process goods received and dispatched efficiently
- Liaise with suppliers to monitor lead times, obtain quotations, and update bills of materials where required
- Help produce reports and communicate critical information affecting projects, suppliers, or business operations to the management team
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Requirements
- Enthusiastic, organized, and eager to learn
- Adaptable with strong problem-solving skills
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Positive, proactive attitude
- Excellent attention to detail
- Good organizational skills
- Willingness to develop new knowledge and embrace new technologies
Training and Development
Alongside your role at Newtech, you will work towards a Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship with Bedford College, combining workplace learning with formal training to develop your knowledge and professional skills.
Course Contents
- Skilled in the use of multiple IT packages and systems relevant to the organization
- Produces accurate records and documents
- Exercises proactivity and good judgment
- Builds and maintains positive relationships
- Demonstrates good communication skills
- Completes tasks to a high standard
- Takes responsibility for initiating and completing tasks
- Uses relevant project management principles and tools
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Qualifications
- Level 3 Business Administration
- Level 2 Functional Skills English and maths
- GCSE in: Maths (grade 4), English (grade 4)
Application Information
Please consider your travel arrangements before applying, as the workplace has limited access to public transport. Having your own transport or the ability to drive would be advantageous, although this is not essential.
Candidates must attend an initial interview with a member of the Bedford College Apprenticeship Recruitment Team if they meet the initial criteria as part of the recruitment process. Only candidates who have completed the application will be considered. Please be aware that the closing date is subject to change without prior notice.
Contact Information
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
BEDFORD COLLEGE
Ramona Stevens
RStevens@bedford.ac.uk
01234 291000
Reference code for this apprenticeship: VAC2000044409
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