Apprentice Procurement Assistant

C.W.FLETCHER & SONS,LIMITED

Sheffield (S26 5PQ)

Closes in 14 days (Monday 15 June 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 1 June 2026

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Summary

This is an exciting entry-level apprenticeship opportunity within the Procurement team, designed for a motivated individual looking to begin a career in supply chain or aerospace manufacturing.

Wage

£16,432 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

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Salary is between £8 - £8.50 depending on experience.

Training course
Business administrator (level 3)
Hours
Monday - Thursday - 8.5 hours per day. Friday - 5.5 hours per day. We offer a flexible starting time between 7:00am - 9:15am

39 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Monday 29 June 2026

Duration

1 year 6 months

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

The Procurement Assistant will support the wider Procurement function across raw materials, consumables, and subcontract services. This is a varied, hands-on role offering significant exposure to supplier management, purchasing systems, and cross-functional collaboration.

The role provides a unique opportunity to gain a broad understanding of procurement processes within the aerospace industry, working closely with internal teams such as Engineering, Quality, Commercial, and Logistics, as well as external suppliers.

Duties include:

Raw Materials Support

  • Assist with the end-to-end procurement process for raw materials
  • Send Requests for Quotation (RFQs) and supplier forecasts
  • Support generation and maintenance of procurement forecasts
  • Place purchase orders and track supplier commitments
  • Support supplier order book review calls
  • Assist in monitoring and improving KPIs (e.g. OTIF & RFT)
  • Liaise with internal stakeholders (Commercial, Engineering, Quality)
  • Ensure timely booking-in of materials to support production

Consumables Support:

  • Assist in managing consumables purchasing activity
  • Support development of procurement strategies and supplier selection
  • Build and maintain relationships with suppliers
  • Help develop and manage stock buffer strategies
  • Participate in cost-saving and continuous improvement initiatives

Subcontract (sub-con) Support:

  • Expedite supplier delivery dates to ensure on-time performance
  • Support activities to improve subcontractor OTIF performance
  • Assist with supplier KPI tracking and review processes
  • Work with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve delays

General Procurement Support

  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date information on internal systems
  • Assist with reporting and data analysis across the Procurement function
  • Support the wider team with administrative and coordination tasks
  • Attend and contribute to internal and supplier meetings

Where you'll work

Sterling Works Mansfield Road
Wales Bar Kiveton Park
Sheffield
S26 5PQ

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

SHEFFIELD COLLEGE, THE

Training course

Business administrator (level 3)

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What you'll learn

Course contents
  • Skilled in the use of multiple IT packages and systems relevant to the organisation in order to: write letters or emails, create proposals, perform financial processes, record and analyse data. Examples include MS Office or equivalent packages. Able to choose the most appropriate IT solution to suit the business problem. Able to update and review databases, record information and produce data analysis where required.
  • Produces accurate records and documents including: emails, letters, files, payments, reports and proposals. Makes recommendations for improvements and present solutions to management. Drafts correspondence, writes reports and able to review others' work. Maintains records and files, handles confidential information in compliance with the organisation's procedures. Coaches others in the processes required to complete these tasks.
  • Exercises proactivity and good judgement. Makes effective decisions based on sound reasoning and is able to deal with challenges in a mature way. Seeks advice of more experienced team members when appropriate.
  • Builds and maintains positive relationships within their own team and across the organisation. Demonstrates ability to influence and challenge appropriately. Becomes a role model to peers and team members, developing coaching skills as they gain area knowledge.
  • Demonstrates good communication skills, whether face-to-face, on the telephone, in writing or on digital platforms. Uses the most appropriate channels to communicate effectively. Demonstrates agility and confidence in communications, carrying authority appropriately. Understands and applies social media solutions appropriately. Answers questions from inside and outside of the organisation, representing the organisation or department.
  • Completes tasks to a high standard. Demonstrates the necessary level of expertise required to complete tasks and applies themself to continuously improve their work. Is able to review processes autonomously and make suggestions for improvements. Shares administrative best-practice across the organisation e.g. coaches others to perform tasks correctly. Applies problem-solving skills to resolve challenging or complex complaints and is a key point of contact for addressing issues.
  • Takes responsibility for initiating and completing tasks, manages priorities and time in order to successfully meet deadlines. Positively manages the expectations of colleagues at all levels and sets a positive example for others in the workplace. Makes suggestions for improvements to working practice, showing understanding of implications beyond the immediate environment (e.g. impact on clients, suppliers, other parts of the organisation). Manages resources e.g. equipment or facilities. Organises meetings and events, takes minutes during meetings and creates action logs as appropriate. Takes responsibility for logistics e.g. travel and accommodation.
  • Uses relevant project management principles and tools to scope, plan, monitor and report. Plans required resources to successfully deliver projects. Undertakes and leads projects as and when required.

Training schedule

  • Attendance once per month at The Sheffield College, the programme is delivered via a combined method of face to face at Pennine 5 Campus or online via Google Classroom
  • Business Administration L3 apprenticeship

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade 4/C or L2 Equivalent)
  • Maths (grade 4/C or L2 Equivalent)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Team working
  • Initiative
  • Willingness to learn
  • Flexible and Adaptable

About this employer

We have been providing manufacturing solutions to our customers for over 130 years and have quietly built up an enviable reputation for doing the right thing, on time, at the right price, this includes manufacturing for the nuclear, space and aerospace industries. However, at CW Fletcher we still maintain the core mantra that customers need safe and reliable manufacturing expertise for the right price and at the right time, every time.

CW Fletcher recognise the need for a diverse workforce and we are committed to equal opportunities in employment.

CW Fletcher employees and candidates who apply to work with us will be treated fairly and valued equally.  All job requirements fit the needs of the business and those who work in it, regardless of age, disability, race, nationality, ethic or national origin, gender, religion, beliefs, sexual orientation, domestic circumstances, social and employment status, HIV status, gender reassignment, political affiliation or trade union membership.

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Company benefits

  • 35 days annual leave 
  • Free parking 
  • Company events
  • 8 hours paid appointment time (after successful probation)
  • 12 weeks full sick pay (after successful probation)

After this apprenticeship

Potential of a full-time opportunity upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

SHEFFIELD COLLEGE, THE

Alice Mee

alice.mee@sheffcol.ac.uk

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000034222.

Apply now

Closes in 14 days (Monday 15 June 2026 at 11:59pm)