Procurement Assistant Apprentice

Obtain quotes for manufacturing consumable items Source replacements where parts are obsolete Load agreed prices and T&C’s (lead time, MOQ etc.) into SAP to allow ordering function to place orders in a timely manner Develop knowledge of manufacturing consumables and associated supplier base to ensure proper competitiveness of procurement in line with company values (e.g. CSR) Develop manufacturing consumable supplier relationships Process purchase requisitions into purchase orders for validation by responsible buyer Follow up with suppliers, as needed, to confirm or change orders Assist with research into potential suppliers Assist with new supplier onboarding/existing supplier modification process and Supplier Relationship Management database maintenance Manage account queries including payment/invoice queries Assist in generation/compilation of reports Management of supplier online e-buy portals

Training:
On successful completion of the apprenticeship, individuals will have achieved the CIPS Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Procurement & Supply, a globally recognised qualification Training will be a combination of on the job and off the job The off the job element will include classroom style learning and revision days as well as one to one tutor sessions Study guides, eBooks and eLearning will be provided

Training Outcome:

Further CIPS Qualifications moving up into a Practitioner role.

Employer Description:

Alcatel Submarine Networks is a French company and one of the three world leaders in the manufacture and installation of submarine cables.  We stand as an industry leader with over 850,000 km of optical submarine systems globally – that’s nearly 21 times the Earth’s circumference.

We cater to a wide range of needs: from traditional telecom applications and webscale service provider infrastructures to offshore oil and gas projects.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday 0900-1700.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills