Commercial Procurement and Supply Apprentice MOTT MACDONALD LIMITED

As part of our growing apprenticeship offering, we have an exciting opportunity to join the Mott Macdonald. An apprenticeship is a paid job where you will learn and gain valuable on the job experience, whilst also completing classroom-based learning with a training provider which leads to a nationally recognised qualification.

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

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Closing date: 31 Dec 2023

Apprenticeship summary

Annual wage

£21,200.00

All our apprentices receive up to two pay reviews in the first three years and can qualify for both employee bonus schemes (subject to eligibility) and employee benefit scheme
Working week

Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.30pm

Total hours per week: 37.5
Expected duration

24 Months
Possible start date

02 Sep 2024
Date posted

13 Oct 2023
Apprenticeship level

Higher
Level 4 (Higher national Certificate)
Reference number

VAC1000205406
Positions

1 available

What you will do in your working day

Working alongside IT Procurement, Purchasing and Asset Management teams to deliver value for money and reduced risks to Mott MacDonald through supplier negotiations
Assist business owners with the identification and sourcing of cost-effective and high-quality suppliers
Assist with supplier due diligence checks using our ethical/reputational and financial viability tools
Raise purchase order requests on behalf of business owners and track these through to completion
Support the reporting of procurement metrics such as number of renewals/new purchases, number of suppliers and value of purchases managed by the teams
Engage with a diverse range of stakeholders within the company on different purchases, including IT, Finance, Legal and Management
Client and stakeholder engagement
Assist the wider Procurement Team with additional tasks where required
Building awareness of the Procurement Team throughout the wider business
Get involved with our Early Career Professionals activities to develop skills and build a network, through seminars, training courses and learning on-the-job. This will supplement time spent on the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply qualification and allow practical application of knowledge
Support will be provided by your line manager (IT Manager – Procurement), the IT Category Managers, and the network of apprentices within the company
Academic support will also be received from college tutors, which will be linked through regular coordinated reviews between academic and company staff

The training you will be getting

As an apprentice you will work towards a Level 4 Diploma in Procurement & Supply with the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS). Training is will be delivered online via day release

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

Upon completion of this apprenticeship you may be offered a full time role with Mott Macdonald
You may also be supported in continuing your progression through university/degree apprenticeships as well as professional body registration
You may be promoted to a more senior level within the company and train the next apprentices in this post, Mott Macdonald also offers ongoing training and development through your time with us

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Administrative skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade Grade 5 or B) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade Grade 5 or B) Essential

Things to consider

Please note that you may be required to travel outside of Newcastle for work or study. Mott Macdonald will cover any additional costs you may incur as a result of this including travel and accomodation.

About the employer

We’re a management, engineering and development consultancy which works on projects across the world. By challenging norms, we like to solve humanity’s most difficult problems. We’re committed to making a positive contribution to the wellbeing of our staff as well as the environment, and communities in which we operate.

Employer

MOTT MACDONALD LIMITED

About disability confident

Disabled candidates will generally be offered an interview if you meet the minimum requirements for this vacancy. Contact the employer for full details.

Employers may need to limit the number of interviews offered to both disabled and non-disabled people if they receive high numbers of applications.

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Address

Mott Macdonald House

8-10 Sydenham Road

Croydon

CR0 2EE

Contact

Andrew Challis

andrew.challis@mottmac.com

+442087742173

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Training

Training provider

THE APPRENTICE ACADEMY LIMITED

Adjustments for experience

You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:

training
qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
industry or sector experience

Apprenticeship standard

Commercial procurement and supply (formerly Public sector commercial professional)

Level 4 (Higher national Certificate)

Demonstrating experience

If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.

You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications

Employer's Application Instructions

Please create an account on our early careers page where you will fill out a short application form and complete an online assessment test.