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Buying and Merchandising Apprentice ROWEN GROUP LIMITED

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Buying and Merchandising Administrator at Blaydon based company–Rowen Group. The successful applicant would have good long-term prospects with the opportunity to develop the role as the company continues to grow. Employees benefits include: a day's holiday on your birthday and discount at www.rowenhomes.com

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Closing date: 26 Aug 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,725.00

  • Working week

    37.5 Hours per week, Monday to Friday 9.00 to 5.00

    Total hours per week: 37.5

  • Expected duration

    20 Months

  • Possible start date

    29 Aug 2022

  • Date posted

    06 Jul 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000061317

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Buying and Merchandising Administrator at Blaydon based company – Rowen Homes.  The successful applicant would have good long-term prospects with the opportunity to develop the role as the company continues to grow, and there will be opportunities for progression. This is a vibrant company based within state-of-the –art offices, with excellent facilities for employees.

The role is varied and the successful applicant will be trained in the following duties:-

  • Provide administrative support to buying and merchandising teams
  • Greet and welcome guests as they arrive at the office and direct visitors
  • Answer, screen and forward incoming telephone calls
  • Ensure the premises are always presentable, with all necessary stationery and material (e.g. pens, forms and brochures)
  • Product data upload and management
  • Obtaining quotes from suppliers for development
  • Ordering of product samples
  • Daily and weekly reporting on stock positions and deliveries
  • Liaising with suppliers, sustaining key external relationships and taking responsibility for the product claims process
  • Assisting with trade account applications
  • Report on bestsellers on a daily & weekly basis
  • Oversee the flow of stock into Ex Display and list it on various selling platforms
  • Arranging and communicating incoming deliveries with suppliers, buying team and warehouse department
  • Data cleansing across the sales platform
  • Provide basic and accurate information in-person and via telephone/email
  • Receive, sort and distribute daily mail/deliveries
  • Maintain office & warehouse security by following safety procedures and controlling access (monitor sign in book, etc.)
  • Order front office supplies and keep inventory of stock
  • Update calendars and schedule meetings
  • General Administrative duties i.e. typing letters and reports, arranging meetings, photocopying etc.
  • Planning and organising training courses, dates and times, rooms and equipment
  • Booking staff onto courses and updating relevant spreadsheets and databases
  • Liaise with the Management Team to gather and prepare on call rota
  • Minute taking and typing of documents such as letters, reports, proposals etc. as appropriate
  • Maintain computer filing systems

Applicants should be competent with IT, excel and enjoy working as part of a team.

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

Training to be provided

Level 3 Business Administrator apprenticeship standard, which includes:

  • Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)
  • End-Point Assessment (EPA)
  • Training delivered by Access Training through a mixture of projects, training workshops and one to one support.

Apprenticeship standard

Business Administrator

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

The successful applicant would have good long-term prospects with the opportunity to develop the role as the company continues to grow.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Team working, Willing to learn/progress

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade A-C or 4-9) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade A-C or 4-9) Essential

Things to consider

• Please ensure that you can travel to Blaydon upon Tyne for a 09.00am start • Some flexibility may be required with working hours to meet business needs • Probationary period applies The role is initially fixed for the duration of the apprenticeship (24 months) with a view to a guarantee job at the end of the apprenticeship

About the employer

Rowen Group / Rowen Homes is a group of fast growing e-commerce company based in Blaydon. Currently working within the homewares sector.

Employer

ROWEN GROUP LIMITED

Address

Unit 6, Franklin Industrial Estate

Blaydon

NE21 5TL

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Training

Training provider

ACCESS TRAINING LIMITED

Contact

Harriet Bird

hbird@accesstraining.org

01914904646

Apprenticeship standard

Business administrator

Level 3 (A level)

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