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Purchasing Apprenticeship J.C. BAMFORD EXCAVATORS LIMITED

There’s no such thing as a typical Apprentice. It’s not just someone who ‘decided not to go to uni.’ It’s not just someone who ‘wants to retrain and do something different.’ Well it is those people. But sometimes, people of all ages just want to build a career with an amazing company and gain a recognised qualification.

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

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Closing date: 31 Dec 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £13,000.00

  • Working week

    Business Unit dependent: Monday to Thursday, 8.30am to 5.00pm inclusive and Friday, 8.30am to 4.00pm with a half hour unpaid break OR 8.00am to 5.00pm Monday to Thursday inclusive and 8.00am to 1.00pm Friday with a half hour unpaid break.

    Total hours per week: 39.0

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    04 Sep 2023

  • Date posted

    03 Nov 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000103747

  • Positions

    3 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Over 18 months, our Purchasing Apprenticeship will equip you for all things problem solving, negotiation and an ability to build great relationships in a fast-paced environment.

We’ll show you in depth how we ensure cost, quality and risk are effectively managed; ensuring our suppliers have capacity and capability to reliably deliver our needs today and in the future.

Over the course of the programme, you’ll complete six month rotations in different areas of the Purchasing function, which will show you everything we do here. You’ll learn from a huge range of experts to develop an all-round understanding of both the operational and strategic element of a buying role, for any one of our JCB product or component business areas. As we introduce new products in to our portfolio, you will support the purchasing activity to ensure deadlines are met and quality is consistent.

Your training will be geared towards getting you up to speed with everything you need to thrive once you take the reins for real. You’ll work on real-life projects and contribute to the general flow of ideas in our fast-paced area of the business, by practically understanding commercial reviews, purchasing project management and so much more.

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

Level 3 Procurement and supply assistant standard:

  • Advanced Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

We depend on people of all kinds to keep us at the forefront of our industry. Something which is reflected in every aspect of our apprenticeship scheme; from the training you receive to the benefits you’ll enjoy. Whoever you are and whatever your background, our Purchasing Apprenticeship scheme is an amazing opportunity to build a lasting career where you can reach your full potential

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Number skills, Team working

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4) Essential

About the employer

JCB is a world-class, family-owned business. We are proud of our achievements and recognise that future growth and success is shaped by the ambition of the JCB team. If you are looking for a career with a business where people really count, look no further.

Employer

J.C. BAMFORD EXCAVATORS LIMITED

Address

Lakeside Works

Rocester

Uttoxeter

ST14 5JP

Contact

recruitment@jcb.com

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Training

Training provider

SR SUPPLY CHAIN CONSULTANTS LTD

Apprenticeship standard

Procurement and supply assistant

Level 3 (A level)

Employer's Application Instructions

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

Apply now

Closing date: 31 Dec 2022