National Buying Apprentice - Atherstone, United Kingdom - Aldi

Aldi

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Atherstone, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

As one of our talented Apprentices you'll get an incredible introduction to Buying with a leading international retailer (that's us), and achieve a level 4 Buying and Merchandising qualification.

Our Buying teams - if it's possible - have to move even quicker than the rest of the business and they have to keep ahead of our customers too: second guessing what they want and need before they do.

Over your time with us, you'll get to spend time alongside our Buying Assistants and Logistics team so that you get a real feel of the Buying Process.

We do things our own way at Aldi, but whatever we're doing, we must be getting it right.

With a wave of impressive sales figures behind us, we're opening new stores at lightning speed and to keep on top of that wave, our Buying teams have to do something pretty special to keep our customers coming back for more.

If you are considering a career in Buying, this would be the perfect first step.

As one of our talented Apprentices, you'll get an incredible introduction to Buying with a leading international retailer (that's us) and achieve a level 4 Buying and Merchandising qualification.

Our Buying teams - if it's possible - have to move even quicker than the rest of the business and they have to keep ahead of our customers too: second guessing what they want and need before they do.

We do things our own way at ALDI, but whatever we're doing, we must be getting it right.

With a wave of impressive sales figures behind us, we're opening stores at lightning speed and to keep on top of that wave, our Buying teams have to do something pretty special to keep our customers coming back for more.

If you are considering a career in Buying, this would be the perfect first step.

The National Buying Administration team are at the heart of the Buying department, ensuring that the Buying teams have the right support, information and training to carry out their responsibilities.

Your New Role

First line support for the Buying Department for systembased questions and queries. Liaising with our National IT Team in cases which cannot be resolved in the first instance
Preparing regular Buying reports
Undertake user acceptance testing for Buying systems, providing feedback on testing results and be responsible for the decision making of which developments of the systems and reports will be released
Create and maintain training documentation such as User Guides or Quick Reference Guides, ensuring they are up to date and relevant
Liaising with colleagues and NIT to ensure that IT equipment is available as required
Maintaining department printers and toners and replenishing as required
Responsible for the processing and tracking of invoices and other administrative duties as required
Provide cover for colleagues where necessary
Support the delivery of the team strategy as required
Ensure that a polite and professional manner is maintained in all internal/external communications
Contribute positively and constructively to the Buying teams
Ensure that level 4 qualification tasks are completed on a weekly basis and time is strategically planned for prep and final assessment revision

About You

GCSE Maths & English
Grade C or above
Detail focused with high levels of accuracy
Comfortable dealing with complex data
Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with all internal and external parties
Ability to prioritise effectively and manage time in a fastpaced environment
Works in a structured, methodical way to complete daily duties on time and ensures deadlines are met
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organisational skills

IT Skills

Microsoft Office

What You'll get in Return

18 Month Fixed Term Contract
Level 4 Buying & Merchandising qualification
Salary details £9.32 per hour (£372.80 per week) rising to £11.77 per hour (£470.80 per week)
Monday to Friday, 8am to 4:30pm, with the opportunity of 2 days a week remote working
5 weeks' annual leave plus Bank Holidays
In office flexitime
Full training provided
Pension scheme
Private employee medical insurance after 4 years
Company sick pay scheme
Company maternity, paternity and adoption leave pay after 2 years
Long service rewards
Access to MyBenefits, where you can find a wide range of benefits, including our bike to work scheme, shopping and cinema discounts, health cash plan, a FREE will, travel and discounted gym memberships, as well as a host of benefits to support your financial and wellbeing needs.
Access to a free,24/7, confidential virtual GP service for all Aldi Colleagues and their children (under the age of 16)