Procurement and Commercial Apprenticeship

Placement 1 - P&C Utilities - 6 months: 

Working in the Utilities Team procuring the electricity that runs the London Underground and Rail networks. You’d be working on Early Market Engagement, meeting with potential suppliers to understand how TfL can get the best deal possible on its procurements

Placement 2 - P&C London Underground Fleet - 6 months: 

Working within the Fleet Team, procuring specialist parts to keep the trains running on the network. This could include train wheels, motors and doors. Without this vital work, trains could be taken out of action which causes delays to customers

Placement 3 - P&C IT - 6 months: 

Working on the Contract Management of TfL’s Microsoft contract to ensure 30,000 users have access to all of the systems they need to do their jobs effectively. You’d also be working on the procurement of our bus intelligence systems that help tell our passengers when their buses are going to arrive

Placement 4 - P&C Capital Highways - 6 months: 

Contract management of surface transport contracts such as Cycle Hire, Taxi & Private Hire and the Woolwich Ferry, and supporting the procurement of other contracts and services

Training:

Procurement and Supply Chain Practitioner Level 4.

 

Training Outcome:

Upon successful completion of this scheme, you could roll-off into a Commercial Officer or Assistant Commercial Manager role, dependent on your performance throughout the scheme. This could lead to further career development opportunities such as a Commercial Manager, Senior Commercial Manager, Head of Commercial, Commercial Director - there’s no ceiling to how high you could aim!

Successfully completing the Level 4 Diploma means you'll become eligible for membership at the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS). 

A career in P&C has a lot of scope and is transferrable into both public and private sector organisations. One thing is true of all businesses; Procurement and Commercial is vital activity and will always be required, meaning that this apprenticeship is an excellent foundation for a successful career.

Employer Description:
At TfL, our work goes beyond transport. We keep London moving – day in, day out. We’re about building stronger connections, and helping people do more of what they love. From sustainable futures to post-pandemic economic recovery, we’re constantly breaking new ground, and taking innovation to new heights. For our people, this is more than just a job. Our apprentices are pioneers, frontrunners, and mentors. And, with a culture built on support and flexibility that puts wellbeing first.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm

Skills:
Open,Caring,Adaptable