Business Administrator Apprentice
OPTIPRODUCTS LIMITED
WALSALL (WS3 2DG)
Closes in 28 days (Wednesday 6 May 2026 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 8 April 2026
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Summary
Optiproducts LTD are looking for a Business Administrator for the Buying Office that supports the end-to-end purchasing process. The role involves close coordination with buyers, suppliers, logistics teams, maintaining stock levels, and supporting commercial decision-making.
- Wage
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£15,600 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices
- Training course
- Business administrator (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm.
No weekends.
37 hours 30 minutes a week
- Start date
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Monday 18 May 2026
- Duration
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1 year
- Positions available
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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
Purchasing & Supplier Coordination
- Assist buyers with product selection, sourcing, and order placement
- Maintain strong relationships with suppliers and follow up on order status
- Request quotes, samples, and product information
- Track deliveries and resolve delays or discrepancies
Data & Administration
- Create and update purchase orders, product codes, and pricing information
- Prepare reports on stock levels, sales performance, and supplier performance
- Ensure all product data is correct for internal teams (e.g., merchandising, e-commerce)
Stock & Inventory Support
- Monitor stock levels and flag risks such as low availability or overstock
- Support forecasting and replenishment activities
- Liaise with warehouses to resolve stock or delivery issues
Commercial Support
- Assist in preparing range reviews, cost comparisons, and margin analysis
- Support promotional planning and product launches
- Conduct basic market and competitor research
Cross Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with merchandising, finance, logistics, and quality teams
- Support communication flow between departments to ensure smooth operations
Where you'll work
110-114 HIGH STREET
BLOXWICH
WALSALL
WS3 2DG
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
STAFF SELECT LTD
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
The apprentice training will be on-site at Optiproducts LTD 110, 114 High St, Bloxwich, Walsall WS3 2DG.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade 4)
- Maths (grade 4)
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
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
Other requirements
Hours: Minimum 30 hours per week.
Qualifications: Ideally 5 GCSEs (grades 9–4 or A*-C), or Level 2 functional skills, or a relevant Level 2 qualification.
Age: Minimum 16 years old.
Must be a resident of England and have right to work.
Skills: Strong communication (written/verbal), IT proficiency (MS Office), and a proactive, organised attitude.
About this employer
Opticare is apart of fastcars direct and offer a vast product range, including huge savings on Bikes, Cycling Accessories, Roof Bars, Roof Racks, Bike Carriers, Car Ramps, Car Mats, Fuel Cans and household goods.
After this apprenticeship
A Business Administrator Apprentice (typically Level 3) progresses into roles like Office Manager, Senior Administrator, Personal Assistant, or Team Leader. It provides a foundation for specialising in HR, marketing, finance, or project management, with opportunities to pursue higher-level apprenticeships (Level 4+) or management qualifications.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
STAFF SELECT LTD
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000025395.
Apply now
Closes in 28 days (Wednesday 6 May 2026 at 11:59pm)