Purchasing Department Apprenticeship

1 week ago


Kent, United Kingdom Brakes Full time €19,000

Brakes are currently recruiting for a Procurement Apprentice to join the team on a full-time, permanent basis. Our role is a 36-month apprenticeship programme, offering hybrid working, with 2 days on site in the Ashford, Kent office per week, so you must be within a commutable distance.
During the apprenticeship, you will engage in rotations across the different Merchandising teams, to give you experience working with all product categories across the business - A great way to gain valuable experience
We will support you during your apprenticeship as you will spend an average of 20% per week engaging in on-the-job training to complete the Level 4 CIPS Diploma , in order to formalise your understanding and knowledge of procurement skills & best practices.
A passion for food and food trends, to help understand customer needs and market demands will support the candidates' understanding of the merchandising role in delighting customers. The role will involve controlling the cost of goods, (ensuring we source responsibly and support our CSR credentials), whilst managing commercial terms and business planning effectively with our supplier base, including Sysco & European buying alliance partnerships.
You’ll have an interest in business, keen to join a global organisation to develop your commercial acumen. Previous buying experience is not required, although we are looking for someone confident and organised, who enjoys building relationships and working in a team. You’ll have strong planning and prioritisation skills whilst demonstrating your resilience under pressure and be able to manage conflicting priorities using your excellent time management skills. This role requires Level 2 Mathematics and English (equivalent to GCSE grade C or above).
To apply for this exciting apprenticeship opportunity, please submit your application through the careers site. Apply now and take the first step towards an exciting and rewarding future in Procurement
Enrolment into the Pension scheme
Holiday allowance of 23 days + bank holidays and the option to purchase up to 10 more days per year.
Colleague well-being benefits you can opt into including online GP services and Dental cover.
Huge discounts on all sorts of lovely food and award-winning products through our staff shop.
Discounts on cinema tickets, shopping and earn cashback on purchased through Sodexo.
Real career opportunities – being part of Sysco, the world’s leading foodservice business



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