Procurement Apprentice

Assist with sourcing goods and services that deliver value for money Support supplier relationships and provide excellent customer service Learn to ensure compliance with procurement policies and regulations Collaborate with various teams to understand their procurement needs Source suppliers for goods on an ongoing basis to ensure cost-effective spending of funds Process purchase orders in a timely and accurate manner Ensure the correct, authorised signature is present on all requisitions prior to purchasing goods and services, in accordance with standing financial instructions

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:

If there is a vacancy available at the end of the apprenticeship, the successful applicant can apply.

Employer Description:
Taunton Town Council covers the previously unparished area of Taunton and parts of neighbouring parishes which were considered under a Community Governance Review. The Town Council takes in the unparished area of Taunton and the entirety of the former Comeytrowe Parish, the urban area within the former Maidenbrook Ward of Cheddon Fitzpaine Parish, and the majority of the former Staplegrove Parish. We currently have approx. 70 employees who provide our services. The Council is split into the following departments: Corporate Services, Operations and Assets, Community and Place, and Finance. This post would sit within the Finance service.

Working Hours :
Monday-Friday between 9am-5pm.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Team working