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Apprentice Operations Administrator Brakes

This is a fantastic opportunity to become a pivotal part of the Operations Administration Team, for one of the largest wholesalers within the UK. You’ll gain vital hands-on experience of our warehouse, distribution, and stock operations on a 4-month rotation, whilst gaining a recognised level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship Standard.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

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Closing date: 23 Aug 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £14,430.00

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  • Working week

    Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm Flexible to review the times and days to coincide with local transport

    Total hours per week: 37.5

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    12 Sep 2022

  • Date posted

    25 Jul 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000069504

  • Positions

    3 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • Processing & controlling the production of customer pick notes and invoices
  • Maintaining the warehouse management system 
  • Checking purchase orders and delivery notes and receipting of Goods In stock
  • Liaising with the wider Warehouse operational team
  • Verification of transport  documentation, checking numerical accuracy, and maintaining accurate complete and legible records.  Investigation of discrepancies.
  • Assist with quality control of all reports, files and documentation.

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

Level 3 Business Administrator apprenticeship standard.

Training will be completed in the workplace and through online workshops.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

We have job openings across the depot, and we pride ourselves on a learning & development offering, giving colleagues opportunities for further study and skill attainment.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Customer care skills, Number skills, Team working, Flexible

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Maths & English (Grade A-C / 4-9) Desired

Things to consider

The role is mostly desk based but manual handling and full DSE/Workstation assessment will be carried out. Applicants also need to consider travel to site, as it is not in a central location.

About the employer

Brakes, a Sysco company, invented modern food wholesaling and provides the highest quality fresh and frozen food and ingredients to some of the nation’s most famous pubs and Michelin-starred restaurants, as well as schools, caterers, care homes and hospitals. We are proud to offer the biggest range of award-winning products in foodservice. Our business is built on a passion for food and feeding the nation, with dedicated teams serving every postcode.

Employer

Brakes

Address

Palmer Road

Gonerby Moor

Grantham

NG32 2BW

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Training

Training provider

SKILLS TRAINING UK LIMITED

Apprenticeship standard

Business administrator

Level 3 (A level)

Employer's Application Instructions

Please apply directly on the Brakes Careers site

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

Apply now

Closing date: 23 Aug 2022