Procurement and Supply Assistant Apprenticeship Level 3

What You Can Expect to Be Doing:

Study CIPS Procurement and Supply Assistant Apprenticeship Level 3, gaining fundamental knowledge and skills. Assist Category Leads with drafting tender documents, running supplier competitions, and evaluating responses. Gain hands-on experience in contract negotiations, supporting senior team members and leading certain activities. Monitor supplier performance, generate reports, and ensure contract compliance. Help maintain records, track negotiations, and update contracts and correspondence. Identify risks in the procurement process, ensuring the best outcomes for the business. Use the ERP system for processing requisitions, raising orders, and onboarding new suppliers. Engage with stakeholders across the business to support procurement activities. Source new suppliers, conduct market research, and stay updated on industry trends. Attend meetings, collaborate with teams, and support the drafting of import/export requirements and contracts.

 

Training:

The programme will be delivered at the Bristol Filton site (SGS College, Filton Campus). 

The apprenticeship blends theoretical learning with practical workplace application.

· The programme includes three main phases:

o Foundations: Essential industry knowledge.

o Development: Skill-building through practical experience.

o Final Assessment: A project and formal evaluation to demonstrate competence.

· Apprentices will gain critical thinking, problem-solving, and project management skills, preparing them for real-world challenges.

Work-Based Commitment:

You will spend 20% of your working week in college and engaging in off-the-job training activities, such as shadowing or participating in relevant meetings.

Training Outcome:

This is a great opportunity to begin a career in Purchasing/Procurement, with pathways into Finance or Project Management.

Employer Description:
The NCC offers a range of early career opportunities across the business, from engineering, manufacturing, design and operations through to finance and procurement, HR and communications. You will gain invaluable experience working on a wide variety of projects, and have access to some of the most experienced and knowledgeable engineering experts in their field.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, 37 hours (including study time). Times to be confirmed.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Number skills,Team working,Initiative,Commitment to personal growth,Enthusiasm,Interest in business