Apprentice Purchasing Administrator

You’ll support the Purchasing Manager with day-to-day tasks, helping to source materials, manage supplier relationships, manage product information and ensure stock levels meet business needs. No experience is needed—just a willingness to learn and a keen eye for detail.

 

What You’ll Do:

Raise and manage purchase orders using Microsoft Dynamics 365 Communicate with suppliers to track orders and resolve issues Process delivery notes and support the Accounts team with documentation Work with internal departments to understand stock requirements Research products and suppliers to support purchasing decisions Manage product specifications and information Use Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Outlook, Word) for admin tasks

Training:
Full training and mentoring from experienced staff Support to gain a qualification in Business Administration or Purchasing Real work experience in a friendly and professional environment Opportunities to grow within the company after your apprenticeship

Training Outcome:
After successful completion of the apprenticeship, you may have the opportunity to progress within the business

Employer Description:
Arden is the leading name in die-making. Founded in 1964, we’re world-renowned in the packaging industry for our quality die-cutting and associated tooling solutions. Working with some of the world’s leading packaging converters for more than half a century, we’re committed to continual investment in tooling technologies to deliver the highest quality, most innovative products, and to meet the ever-increasing demands of the carton and corrugated sectors. You can rely on the expertise of our highly-skilled workforce to bring you the latest in high precision engineered tooling for all your die-cutting, stripping and blanking requirements. Our range of tooling solutions are driven by innovation and are at the cutting-edge of industry standards. We’re one of the world’s leading die-makers, with our headquarters in Greater Manchester, UK, and as part of a global packaging organisation, we’re perfectly placed to deliver a first in-class service, ensuring optimal performance for all of your packaging needs.

Working Hours :
Hours to be confirmed

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Initiative,Reliable,Time management