Supply Chain Planner Apprenticeship - Accord Healthcare COGENT SKILLS SERVICES LTD

This is a fantastic opportunity to embark on a career in supply chain planning with a leading global company. Under the supervision of the Planning Team Leader, the Apprentice will use planning software to assist with forecasting demand, scheduling and rota planning, liaising with suppliers, analysing stock data and managing stock control levels.

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Closing date: 25 Mar 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £15,000.00

  • Working week

    Monday to Friday, 8.00am - 4.30pm, with a 1-hour unpaid daily lunch break

    Total hours per week: 37.5

  • Expected duration

    24 Months

  • Possible start date

    25 Apr 2023

  • Date posted

    03 Mar 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000140270

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Cogent Skills is working with Accord-UK Ltd to recruit an Apprentice Supply Chain Planner for its busy manufacturing site in Barnstaple, north Devon. The successful candidate will be employed by Cogent Skills Services but will undertake all on-job learning with Accord-UK Ltd.

Duties will include:

  • Under the supervision of the Planning Team Leader, the Apprentice will use planning software to assist with forecasting demand, scheduling and rota planning, liaising with suppliers, analysing stock data and managing stock control levels

By the end of the programme, the Apprentice will be able to:

  • Perform finite scheduling of internal resources to meet agreed customer service levels, project timelines, maintenance and compliance programmes
  • Consider material availability, liaise with colleagues in supply chain, QA/QC, warehouse and operations to generate stable and effective schedules
  • Manage and communicate any schedule amendments
  • Provide accurate projections of order fulfillment dates, prioritise orders in accordance with due date and/or other criteria
  • Challenge operational performance
  • Understand and interpret the RCCP models to support procurement and scheduling
  • To own & manage MRP/MPS data parameters in ERP & subsidiary planning systems for area of responsibility
  • Run MRP process for materials in area accountable for
  • Generate, distribute and manage forecasts and orders for materials, components and bought in bulk
  • Investigate and resolve supplier invoice and purchase order queries
  • Monitor vender delivery performance: communicate and escalate non-conformance to standards set
  • Control inventory levels: perform on-going review of safety stock parameters for appropriateness and request approval of any required amendments
  • Identify and take action on slow and unmoving materials inventory
  • Liaise with Pharmaceutical Technology (PT) team to minimise waste created by material changes, identify and communicate effectively dates
  • Write and maintain fit for purpose Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) & Work Instructions (WIs) and review as required. To follow SOPs & WIs when executing all tasks
  • Assimilate and apply training, recognise training needs and request from Line Manager
  • Support supply chain colleagues, planning team leader and master production scheduler as required

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

  • Level 3 Supply Chain Practitioner Apprenticeship Standard to be delivered by Trans Plant Mastertrain Ltd
  • Delivery model is Blended learning - virtual delivery via MS Teams plus regular onsite visits every 8-12 weeks

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

  • This role is part of our talent planning for the future and, for the right person, we are looking to continue to develop the Apprentice upon successful completion of the Apprenticeship
  • Our business is growing, is fast paced and evolving so there may be the opportunity to gain permanent employment in the team as a Supply Chain Planner, subject to performance, successful completion of the Apprenticeship, and a role being available

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Number skills

Qualifications

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

Things to consider

The successful candidate will be employed by Cogent Skills Services but will undertake all on-job learning with Accord Healthcare at its manufacturing site in Barnstaple. There will be no requirement for remote or shift working. Please ensure that you currently live within, or can relocate to, a commutable distance of the site/training provider.

About the employer

Our apprenticeship and graduate services have been supporting science industry employers to attract, retain and develop people who can contribute to business success since 2012.

Employer

COGENT SKILLS SERVICES LTD

Address

Whiddon Valley

Barnstaple

EX32 8NS

Contact

Rebecca Shalliday

Rebecca.Shalliday@cogentskills.com

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Training

Training provider

TRANS-PLANT TRAINING LIMITED

Apprenticeship standard

Supply chain practitioner (fast moving consumer good) (previously Operator Manager)

Level 3 (A level)

Employer's Application Instructions

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

Apply now

Closing date: 25 Mar 2023