Supply Chain Apprentice

Support the supply chain team with day-to-day tasks across procurement, planning, and inventory control. Assist in raising and tracking purchase orders for raw materials and packaging under supervision. Help maintain accurate records of stock levels and monitor deliveries to ensure timely receipt of materials. Learn how to create basic production plans aligned with customer demand and production schedules. Liaise with internal teams (production, warehouse, sales) to understand the flow of materials and finished goods. Input data into appropriate systems and help keep information up to date. Support supplier communications, including chasing delivery updates and confirming order details. Take part in forecasting activities and reporting to develop a solid understanding of supply chain planning. Shadow colleagues to gain insight into sourcing, negotiation, and logistics processes. Follow all site safety, quality, and environmental procedures. Attend relevant training and development sessions as part of the apprenticeship programme.

Training:

Your designated assessor will regularly visit you on-site to deliver the apprenticeship through various methods alongside on-site training from your work mentor.

Training Outcome:

Upon successful completion of the L2 apprenticeship, there may be the opportunity to acquire a permanent role or progress onto a L3 apprenticeship.

Employer Description:
Klöckner Pentaplast (kp) is a plastics manufacturer that is purpose-driven to deliver the sustainable protection of everyday needs. Our experts create innovative films and trays such as blister packaging that provide product safety, help avoid food waste, safeguard medication and medical devices, and protect the integrity of countless durable products with our pharmaceutical packaging. We innovate, design and manufacture for sustainable solutions that our customers use to package and protect products in daily situations around the globe. And we understand our obligation and responsibility to champion a circular economy where plastics are a source of valuable raw material. Founded in 1965, we have 30 plants in 18 countries, and employ around 5,500 people, committed to serving customers worldwide.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday between 8.30am - 4.30pm.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Patience,Physical fitness