Supply Chain Planning Assistant Apprentice
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Company Edmund Bell
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Location Rochdale, OL16 4NG
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Type Apprenticeship
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Salary £16,224.00 per year
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Sector Business and administration
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Ref NAS-2000062574
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Application Deadline Date 01/12/2026
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Start Date 07/12/2026
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Positions Available 1
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Working Week 8.45 am to 5.15 pm Monday to Friday. 4.00 pm Friday finish every other week
Brief Description
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.
Training to be Provided
Business Administrator Level 3 Apprenticeship with Rochdale Training, combining workplace experience and training. Apprenticeship standard delivered on site at the Employer premises.
Future Prospects
Opportunity to develop towards a Demand Planner or Supply Planner role.
Vacancy Detail
• 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.