Apprentice Purchasing Administrator
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Company: SWIFTPAK LIMITED
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Location: Theale, RG7 4PN
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £20,000.00 per year
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Sector: Business and administration
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Ref: NAS-2000056970
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Application Deadline Date: 26/10/2026
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Start Date: 27/10/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday - Friday. Hours either 8.00am - 5.00pm or 7:30am - 4:30pm, with 30-minutes for lunch and 2 x 15-minute breaks.
Brief Description
This spprenticeship is for 16-24-year olds ONLY!
We're looking for someone who loves organisation, accuracy and making things run smoothly. You'll ensure our products are available when our customers need them, our systems remain accurate, and our suppliers continue to deliver high standards.
Training to be Provided
- This apprenticeship is for 16-24-year olds ONLY!
- Administration Assistant Level 2
- End Point Assessment
- Monthly Tutor/Assessor Sessions
Future Prospects
This role was created in view of progressing into QA (Quality Assurance) and compliance as a second step. This would involve taking ownership of all QA and keeping all records and procedures up to date in view of maintaining our accreditations.
Vacancy Detail
- As an apprentice, you’ll support the supply chain by helping manage purchase orders, supplier relationships, stock levels and product data across UK and international suppliers
- You’ll maintain accurate ERP records, monitor deliveries, assist with forecasting and replenishment
- You will help resolve supply issues
- The role also includes updating product information, supporting stock accuracy, tracking market prices and developing strong skills in supply chain, inventory control and operations daily
Other Information
- This apprenticeship is for 16-24-year olds ONLY!
- Strong attention to detail
- Excellent organisation skills
- Accurate and methodical approach
- Good problem-solving ability
- Proactive and able to spot issues early
- Comfortable working with systems and processes
- Naturally curious and keen to learn
- Able to manage tasks efficiently
- High personal standards
- Takes pride in completing work accurately and thoroughly
- Very busy role in an open office environment
- Comfortable interacting with others and keeping on top of work
- Full-time, on-site role