Supply Chain Planning Assistant Apprentice

Edmund Bell

Rochdale (OL16 4NG)

Closes in 26 days (Tuesday 1 December 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 4 November 2026

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Summary

An opportunity to develop supply chain planning and administration skills at Edmund Bell in Rochdale. Supporting the Planning Manager and Supply Chain Director, you will liaise with UK suppliers, help forecast demand, place and track purchase orders, monitor inbound stock and produce regular reports to keep the business informed.

Wage

£16,224 to £25,775.88, depending on your age

National Minimum Wage

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Training course
Business administrator (level 3)
Hours
8.45 am to 5.15 pm Monday to Friday. 4.00 pm Friday finish every other week

39 hours a week

Start date

Monday 7 December 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

• Manage day-to-day communication with a portfolio of UK suppliers.
• Support weekly forecasting, place purchase orders and confirm supplier lead times.
• Track inbound deliveries, chase late orders and flag potential stock availability risks.
• Work with warehouse and customer service teams to ensure inbound stock receipts are recorded accurately.
• Keep ERP records up to date, including purchase order dates, costs and quantities.
• Prepare and distribute weekly Stock Availability, Out of Stock / At Risk, Inbound Due, and Forecast vs Actual reports.
• Update planning trackers, file documentation and support the wider supply chain team.
• Investigate data discrepancies and help improve the accuracy of reporting.
• Work closely with the Planning Manager and Supply Chain Director and take part in relevant training.

Where you'll work

Kingsway Business Park
Edmund Bell Unit E 1 a John Boyd Dunlop Dr
Rochdale
OL16 4NG

Training

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

Training provider

ROCHDALE TRAINING ASSOCIATION LIMITED

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

Business Administrator Level 3 Apprenticeship with Rochdale Training, combining workplace experience and training. Apprenticeship standard delivered on site at the Employer premises.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade 4)
  • Maths (grade 4)

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

Business Studies (grade Pass)

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

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Organisation skills
  • Team working
  • Initiative
  • Patience

About this employer

Edmund Bell is based at Kingsway Business Park in Rochdale. This office-based opportunity supports the UK supply chain operation, working with suppliers, warehouse colleagues and customer service teams to help ensure stock arrives on time and in full. The apprentice will gain experience in purchasing, stock monitoring, reporting and planning administration.

https://www.edmundbell.com/ (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

Opportunity to develop towards a Demand Planner or Supply Planner role.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

ROCHDALE TRAINING ASSOCIATION LIMITED

Adam Bhatti

abhatti@rochdaletraining.co.uk

01706 631 417

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000062574.

Apply now

Closes in 26 days (Tuesday 1 December 2026 at 11:59pm)