Internal Sales & Purchasing Assistant Apprentice
Answer telephone calls and deal with queries from distributors and customers.
Manage incoming enquiries and process orders.
Assist with planning and creating purchase orders with UK and foreign suppliers.
Sending literature when required.
Ad hoc duties to assist the wider business support team.
Training:
Duration:
15-month practical training period, plus 3-months for End Point Assessment.Delivery model:
Work-based training with your employer. 10 days Business Professionals training at college. Approximately 12 on-site assessment visits per year. Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (7 days at college for each, if required). Off-the-job training will account for at least 6 hours per week of an apprentice’s time at work.Qualifications included:
Level 3 Business Administrator apprenticeship standard.End Point Assessment:
Knowledge test. Portfolio-based interview. Project/improvement presentation.Training Outcome:
A full-time permanent position will be available at the end of the apprenticeship. We strongly believe in investing in and bringing the best in our people. Completing the business administration apprenticeship in this role may be a gateway to potential progression into another role, dependent on skills/preferences.
Employer Description:
FNA has been professionally and passionately designing, developing and manufacturing the very best in compressed air for over 70 years, guaranteeing our customers quality, reliability and service.
We work with a wide range of clients from industrial, automotive, food, medical and professional sectors.
Our office is situated in a rural-ish location, so candidates will need own transport due to irregular bus service. Our office is located on the 1st floor and there is a lift in the building.
Working Hours :
Monday-Thursday 8.30am to 5pm. Friday – 8.30am to 4.30pm, with 30 mins lunch.
Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Customer care skills,Team working,Self‑motivated learner