You will be developed into a Material Controller to ensure timely delivery of materials to support our production and spare part delivery schedules. Beyond this you will also be involved in the purchase to pay process, chair team meetings, and develop and expand stakeholder engagement with a focus on communication skills.
If you have strong organisational and analytics skills, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you!
The apprentice will report to the Purchasing Manager and sit within the Supply Chain department with day-to-day contact with the Technical Buyer/ Purchasing Manager.
Key responsibilities:
Regularly review suppliers’ delivery schedules and expedite materials to ensure timely on-time delivery of materials.
Review material requirement planning software and act on exception messages to balance demand and supply by rescheduling line items where necessary.
Proactively communicate supply or supplier risks to the planning team and work with different stakeholders to develop mitigation plans for supply risks.
Champion the supplier management policy, ensuring that reasons for late deliveries are recorded and work with the procurement team to ensure delivery performance is managed in line with supplier management policy.
Work with cross-functional teams to manage material master data to ensure accuracy.
Prepare and lead the Purchasing Daily Meeting to review material shortages and late deliveries against expected targets.
Process vendor's return orders and communicate with the logistics team the urgency of these so that they can be returned promptly.
Training:
Commercial Procurement and Supply Level 3
Training schedule has yet to be agreed. Details will be made available at a later date.
Training Outcome:
You can progress onto a Junior Buyer, or lateral movements are possible.
Employer Description:SLXR is part of the production inspection division of Mettler-Toledo. At Royston we manufacture engineered to order and standard configured machines for the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical manufacturers worldwide. METTLER TOLEDO Safeline x-ray inspection systems offer safety and quality assurance at every stage of the production process for raw, bulk-flow (loose), pumped and packaged products.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, shifts to be confirmed.Skills: Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills....Read more...
BASIC FUNCTION
To provide contract administration support for all live Maintenance contracts including Planned Preventative Maintenance and any additional works. To assist the Contract Manager, Contract Supervisor and Contract Co-ordinator with day to day running of the Contracts.
AREAS OF JOB ACCOUNTABILITY
Primary Role
Operation of bespoke computer added facilities management system JobLogic and bespoke accounts system Cyberqube
Review and approval of Supplier and Subcontractor invoices
Complete weekly timesheet routine
Assist contract co-ordinators with the review of completed daywork tickets and collate information packs for invoicing
Discuss subcontractor/supplier queries and resolve as necessary
Review un-invoiced daywork report and action
Review WIP report and un-invoiced daywork report for the monthly Operations meeting
Secondary Roles
To provide cover or assistance as required for the Contracts Co-ordinators for holidays, sickness and during busy periods for the following (and not limited to) tasks
Respond to BSM Admin email to agreed rota actioning all requests/tasks
Provide helpdesk administration, answering telephone calls and action accordingly
Assist the Contract Manager and Contract Supervisor with weekly Planning/Programming routine to adjust labour and sub-contractors to ensure planned and unplanned workload can be met
Run reports for PPM/Subcontractor visits and issue tickets to technicians
Organise Subcontractor visits, chase completed paperwork and close down completed Subcontractor tickets
Review Overdue PPM and action with Contract Manager and Contracts Supervisor
On a day to day basis; create and issue daywork tickets to technicians, including placement of supplier and subcontractor orders
Daily review returned PPM and daywork tickets and re-issue rejected/part completed tickets. Liaise with the Contract Manager / Supervisor identifying further actions, e.g. purchasing materials/organising subcontractor visits
Save electronically and/or scan in completed specialist reports/test sheets from Technicians and Subcontractors into the live job folder system
File paperwork within office live job folders as required
Liaising with Contract Manager ensuring standard operating procedures are met
Training:
This is predominantly a work based programme which means that your learning will take place on the site of your employment and within your contracted working hours
We host supporting workshops regularly throughout the apprenticeship which you will attend in person at our Derby Road campus or online via Microsoft Teams (a total of nine)
Monthly tutorials are held via Microsoft Teams
Training Outcome:
Prospect of long term career with the company
Full-time employment in the Contract Administration role upon completion of apprenticeship
Employer Description:Briggs & Forrester is one of the UK’s leading building services engineering companies with an annual turnover in excess of £230m. The Briggs & Forrester Group is renowned for excellence and innovation within the building services industry developed over more than 70 years.Working Hours :Monday- Thursday
8.30am- 5pm with 45 mins for lunch
Friday
8.30am- 4pm, with 30 mins for lunchSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
Respond to any issues that arise during lessons for staff in a prompt manner
Maintain the general upkeep of ICT classrooms, including peripherals, monitors and PCs
We will always try to repair equipment before purchasing a replacement, so you will be expected to assist with this
Where products are within warranty you will be required to liaise with suppliers to arrange the repair/replacement of equipment
Supporting the schools Microsoft 365 environment, including Office, SharePoint online, Teams, Endpoint Manager (formerly Intune) and Azure
A good understanding of these products would be helpful for troubleshooting any issues and aiding with the more technical aspects of its functionality
Supporting the use of Teams, OneDrive and SharePoint within different subject areas
Providing support for the cashless catering system - this includes the registration of new biometric accounts and ensuring that data is up to date within the cashless catering software
The use of subject specific software is very common within departments (for example Google SketchUp, Photoshop, Cubase and TechSoft) so a basic understanding of the functionality (or the ability to develop skills) of these is helpful for assisting with any issues that may arise
Ensure that software on school devices remains up to date with the latest, tested version
Assist with the management of user accounts in active directory
Assist with the management of Office 365 accounts and any distribution groups within the organisation
Training:
Information Communications Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard
Training Outcome:
Possible full-time progression with the business and progression onto a Level 4 programme
Employer Description:Together Learning Trust is a thriving group of schools in Calderdale and Kirklees. We cherish and develop our amazing staff to inspire over 5800 children and young people.Working Hours :Monday - Thursday, 8.00am - 4.00pm and Friday, 8.00am - 3.30pmSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Team working....Read more...
1. Site Security and Key Management
Ensure that all buildings and the site are secure
Act as a designated key holder, responsible for locking and unlocking the site when required
2. Maintenance and Repairs
Get quotes for routine maintenance and emergency repairs
Undertake minor repairs and maintenance (not requiring a qualified tradesperson)
Arrange and oversee regular maintenance and safety checks of the site
Assist onsite contractors to ensure work meets school standards and deadlines.
3. Budget and Stock Management
Contribute to the management of the premises budget
Monitor stock and order supplies for maintenance work
4. Health and Safety
Conduct regular health and safety checks on buildings, grounds, and equipment in compliance with regulations, including fire safety
Address hazards immediately and report any serious issues to the line manager
Maintain an awareness of health and safety practices and regulations
5. Teamwork and Portage Duties
Assist site staff, including cleaning and groundskeeping teams
Undertake general portage duties, such as moving furniture and equipment within the school
6. Specialized Equipment Maintenance
Operate and maintain specialized equipment, such as PE or theatrical equipment, following training
7. Additional Responsibilities
Handle small cash transactions for purchasing materials
Perform other duties as required by the school
Person Specification
We are looking for an individual who meets the following criteria:
Educational Qualifications: GCSEs in maths and English
Problem-solving skills: Ability to identify and resolve issues quickly and effectively
Teamwork and Independence: Able to work collaboratively with others and independently as required
Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with staff, contractors, and suppliers
IT Skills: Competent in using Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, and Email)
Hands-On: Willing to be hands-on with site tasks and capable of evolving into a leadership role
Training Outcome:This is a hands-on role with the opportunity to grow into a leadership position as part of our facilities management team.Employer Description:Inspire ATA is an official Flexi-Job Apprenticeship Agency, licenced by the Department for Education. Currently ranked 1st in the Rate My Apprenticeship Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers in the UK Award 2024-2025. Inspire ATA specialises in creating apprenticeship opportunities, where we recruit and employ the apprentice on behalf of our host clients, enabling us to offer additional support and a better experience for both the apprentice and the client as the experts in the industry. We arrange the most suitable and appropriate apprenticeship training from one of our partnered training providers.
If you are successful in securing an apprenticeship with Inspire ATA, it is important to understand that Inspire ATA will be your employer and the apprenticeship placement will be a separate organisation that simply hosts you as an apprentice.
As a Flexi-Job Apprenticeship Agency, Inspire ATA performs an important role in developing the UK labour market and it is our responsibility to ensure that talent is recognised, developed, and matched with business needs, whatever the background of the individual, irrespective of gender, race, disability, age, religion or belief, relationship orientation, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity and gender reassignment. We are proud of the diverse nature of our business and work with clients to ensure that all candidates are treated with courtesy and respect.Working Hours :Monday - Friday 8am till 2:30pm (30 minute break).Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Analytical skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Patience,Physical fitness....Read more...
