Apprentice Buyer - Cambridge, United Kingdom - Marshall Aerospace and Defence Group

Marshall Aerospace and Defence Group

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Cambridge, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Description

Company Description

Marshall Aerospace and Defence Group (MADG) is one of the largest independent aerospace and defence companies in the world, with a reputation for innovation and excellence in engineering.

Part of the 110-year-old Marshall Group of Companies, we offer exceptional capabilities in the conversion, modification, maintenance and support of civil and military aircraft, defence vehicle engineering, composite solutions and the provision of sophisticated container systems and tactical shelters.

We are driven by one over-riding purpose: To Protect People in Critical Situations.

A talented team of 1800 colleagues located across the UK, Canada, Europe and the UAE, we pride ourselves on our shared sense of purpose and our ability to solve challenges that others simply can't.

We have ambitions to develop our world-leading presence further.

So if you want to be part of an organisation where people really matter, this could be the opportunity for you to get involved and make your mark.

Marshall has been training apprentices for over 100 years and we are committed to the development of future talent.

If you want the opportunity to become part of this exciting business and help to shape its future, then this apprenticeship programme is for you.

An Opportunity has arisen for an ambitious individual looking to join an apprentice scheme within the aerospace supply chain sector.

The successful individual will join a team of committed people, supporting a busy and fast moving environment.

Training and growth will be underpinned in this apprenticeship and mentoring in all aspects of purchasing and supply chain will be provided.

Duties of an Apprentice Buyer:

Attend and engage with training, including exams and 121 meetings with your tutors/assessors
Manage your time effectively to complete all coursework, assignments and exams required to achieve the apprenticeship
Reflect on your own practice and experiences and take any feedback onboard
Take responsibility for own development of skills and knowledge
Performing routine daytoday activities associated to supply chain service requirements, which include administration and expedition of purchase orders and services required
Managing and maintaining MRP requirements to satisfy production schedules and implementation of appropriate recovery plans
Negotiating with suppliers to obtain optimum price and lead times to meet business requirements
Liaising with customers/suppliers both internal and external
Managing supply chain related projects
Monitoring and measuring process performance through generation of regular and accurate management information/reports as required
Evolve and improve supply chain related KPI's

You will complete placements in some of the following areas: Procurement/ Central Supply Chain, Stores & Warehousing, Shipping & Logistics, Operational Supply Chain, Commercial Supply Chain and Supply Chain Analytics.

The Apprenticeship

Your apprenticeship will be delivered by one of our partner training providers under the supervision of the Marshall Skills Academy.

As an Apprentice Buyer working in our aerospace business you will be following the Level 3 Procurement and Supply Assistant Apprenticeship Standard.

More information on this standard can be found on the institute for apprenticeships website.

During this 24 month programme you will work towards achieving your apprenticeship and will gain a Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations and will set the foundation to follow a pathway towards professional registration with the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS).

You will work towards developing the knowledge, skills and behaviours required through a range of workshop training, classroom sessions and on the job learning.

Not only will you develop your technical skills you will also have the opportunity to develop the behaviours needed to set the foundation for your future career.

You will be supported every step of the way by instructors, mentors, line managers and fellow apprentices.

What are we looking for?

Motivation for Marshall and the area of Procurement and Supply Chain Management
Motivation to complete an apprenticeship learn on the job
Ability to work in a team
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to problem solve
Integrity and ability to take responsibility
Resilient and copes well with change
Innovative and able to think of new ideas

Entry requirements

You must have GCSEs at Grade A*C/49 (or equivalent) in Mathematics and English Language
In order to receive apprenticeship funding you must have the right to work in the UK and meet residency eligibility requirements
You must successfully pass all required medical and security checks if you are offered a place on the apprenticeship programme

How to apply

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