Purchasing Apprentice - Sowerby Bridge, United Kingdom - J&C Joel Ltd

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THE COMPANY


Established in 1978, J&C Ltd is one of the world's leading manufacturers and installers of flame-retardant fabrics, flooring, drapery and stage engineering solutions.


The award-winning family business has a achieved a global reach, with its headquarters in Yorkshire, UK, as well as facilities in Europe, UAE, Vietnam, Hong Kong and Macau.


The company has completed numerous highly acclaimed drapery and stage engineering projects, in some of the world's most prestigious establishments, across a range of sectors.


J&C Joel places a strong emphasis on the adoption of its values across its business, which focuses on the customer, excellence, innovation, partnerships and pride.

Furthermore, the company holds a strong belief that its people are what make the business so special.


OVERALL ROLE PURPOSE:


The successful role holder will provide assistance within the Purchasing department in the procurement of direct and indirect materials, ensuring that systems are updated accordingly.

The role will involve dealing with key stakeholders in the business whilst adhering to the relevant policies, practices and addition, the role holder will work towards a Business Administration Apprenticeship over a 12-18 months' period.


KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES AND ACTIVITIES:


  • Raise purchase orders.
  • Work closely with sales department to exceed customer expectations.
  • Expedite all orders placed to ensure forecasts are correct.
  • Inform the Purchasing manager and other necessary stakeholders of all slippage and issues.
  • Organise and prioritise workload proactively.
  • Carry out any other ad hoc duties, as requested by line manager.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:


  • Reliability and the ability to see a task through to the end.
  • Accuracy of information / attention to detail.
  • Good communications skills, both written and verbal.
  • Excellent organtisational skills.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OR EQUIVALENT EXPERIENCE:


  • At least 5 GCSEs level 4 and above.

Job Types:
Full-time, Apprenticeship


Salary:
£5.50 per hour


Benefits:


  • Company events
  • Company pension
  • Financial planning services
  • Life insurance
  • Transport links

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Education:


  • GCSE or equivalent (required)

Work authorisation:

  • United Kingdom (required)

Work Location:
In person

Application deadline: 15/07/2023

Expected start date: 04/09/2023

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