Apprentice Purchasing Coordinator (administration)

You will receive full training in all aspects of your job role.

Purpose of the Role

To procure raw materials, components and services required to support manufacturing operations while ensuring competitive pricing, quality, continuity of supply and compliance with company policies. The Purchasing Coordinator develops strong supplier relationships and works closely with Planning, Warehouse, Quality and Finance to ensure efficient supply chain performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Raise and manage purchase orders using SAP.
• Ensure materials are purchased in line with production requirements and inventory targets.
• Monitor supplier delivery performance and expedite outstanding orders.
• Source new suppliers and obtain competitive quotations where appropriate.
• Negotiate pricing, commercial terms and delivery schedules.
• Build and maintain effective supplier relationships.
• Resolve supply issues and minimise disruption to production.
• Review inventory levels and recommend actions to reduce excess and obsolete stock.
• Support supplier performance reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate purchasing data and supplier information within SAP.
• Ensure purchasing activities comply with company procedures and quality standards.
• Support cost-saving projects and identify opportunities for procurement efficiencies.
• Assist with supplier audits and quality investigations when required.
• Prepare purchasing reports and KPI information for management

This is a blended delivery model. 

You will be assigned to a training specialist who will regularly visit you in the workplace, progressing with your apprenticeship on a one-to-one basis. 

You will attend monthly masterclass sessions. These are delivered in person at a central location to be advised. These sessions are designed to help you achieve strong results by encouraging collaboration and the sharing of good practice. 

You'll attend online monthly tutorials.

Upon successful completion this apprenticeship there will be opportunities within the company to progress. This may include further learning opportunities.