Purchasing Apprentice

PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Proactively chase purchase order confirmations, check for accuracy and update purchase orders accordingly


• Chase late deliveries with suppliers


• Support Purchasing Team in placing purchase orders


• Support Purchasing Team in sending quote requests to customers


• Support Purchasing Team in requesting samples from suppliers


• Provide additional support within department where needed

APPRENTICESHIP RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Learning and developing practical skills


• Participating in classes and workshops on and off-site


• Observing health and safety procedures


• Completing all tests, presentations, and other required evaluations


• Working in the office and travelling to other sites when required


• Positively receiving feedback


• Attending meetings and offering suggestions for improvement


• Keeping a log of everything learnt


• Building professional relationships with colleagues and clients

COMMUNICATION

• Communicate with all colleagues and external points of contact face to face, by telephone, or in writing in a clear, concise, and professional manner


• Interpret and respond clearly, effectively, and in a timely manner to requests for information from colleagues, managers, directors, and external agencies


• Understand business demands and expectations and deliver against these in line with the company’s high standards


• Communicate within the team, supporting others where necessary


• Contribute to team meetings and events as and when required


• Developing and managing relationships with internal and external stakeholders


• Following instructions and asking appropriate questions


• Ensure that all deadlines are met in a timely manner and people are kept informed of progress

TEAMWORK

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, managers, and clients


• Ensure that all deadlines are met in a timely manner and clients/colleagues are kept informed of progress


• Influence people positively by demonstrating a “can-do” attitude


• Contribute to formal and informal discussions with colleagues to generate new ideas and approaches


• Enjoy working as part of a team but being capable of working autonomously

ADMINISTRATION

• Effectively using Microsoft Office applications, Word, Excel, and Outlook


• Data entry and filing alongside performing other routine clerical tasks as assigned


• Adhere to procedures relating to the proper use and care of equipment and materials for which the role has responsibility


• Scanning, printing, and running reports


• Understanding of financial IT systems For Finance Roles


• Maintain accurate paper and electronic filing systems


• Competency in typing accurately at an agreed level of speed


• Identify problems and respond in a timely fashion