Procurement Engineer Apprentice

Key Responsibilities:

Customer & Supplier Communication:

Respond to customer inquiries promptly, confirming receipt and updating them on progress. Communicate with suppliers to request quotes, arrange shipments, and negotiate pricing.

Price Comparison & Markup Calculations:

Use the provided Excel templates to compare supplier prices and calculate appropriate markups for products.

Know how to use basic Excel formulas and shortcuts including calculating percentage markup/ increase, multiplication, and sums

Ensure accurate record-keeping of customer requests and supplier quotes.

Order Management:

Track and manage orders, ensuring all details are properly documented. Coordinate shipping logistics with international couriers and prepare required shipping documents (Commercial Invoice, Courier Commercial Invoice, and Packing List).

Documentation:

Prepare, duplicate, and modify documents such as quotes, invoices, and packing lists as per the established process. Update and maintain internal tracking sheets (e.g., price comparison and purchase order trackers).

Daily Acknowledgements:

Ensure customer inquiries are acknowledged daily, even if full responses are still pending, to provide excellent customer service.

Write blogs:

Write a minimum 2 blogs a month for our website

Requirements:

Technical acumen – ability to read engineering data sheets, able to extract key information. A reliable laptop/computer and a strong internet connection. A phone for calling suppliers. Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel. Strong communication skills for interacting with both customers and suppliers. Ability to follow standard operating procedures closely. Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

Training:

The apprenticeship will be delivered by Oxford Professional Education. You will attend two x 2 hour online workshops each month and be supported with a monthly one to one trainer session. 

Training Outcome:

This apprenticeship provides a strong foundation for a long-term career in procurement and supply-chain roles within the engineering sector. After completing the programme, successful candidates can progress into positions such as Procurement Coordinator, Supply-Chain Assistant, Technical Buyer, or Project Support Officer. With experience, there is potential to move into more senior roles, including Project Manager, Procurement Specialist, Operations Coordinator, or Account Manager.

Because we supply high-value technical products to clients across the UK and internationally, this apprenticeship also opens opportunities to work on large-scale engineering projects in sectors such as energy, aviation, construction, and technology.

Employer Description:

At Prowling Lions, we supply world-class engineering goods and services to clients in the UK and internationally — from major London government buildings to luxury hotels, airports and leading electric companies. In this role, you’ll gain hands-on experience in procurement, logistics and engineering supply-chain management, helping reduce delivery times and costs while supporting clients with technical advice on high-spec engineering products.

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

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Initiative,Excel Formula Skills