Purchasing Apprentice

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Bertelsmann is offering a Purchasing Apprentice role in Birmingham at Hams Hall, full-time onsite, 40 hours a week, with an apprenticeship salary of £17,000 and a fully funded qualification in Procurement & Supply. As a member of the purchasing team you’ll learn to raise purchase orders, process supplier invoices, source new suppliers, support stock control, build supplier relationships, and analyze data to inform buying decisions, all while gaining hands-on experience from senior colleagues. It’s ideal for someone organized, curious and comfortable with numbers and IT who wants a long-term career in procurement. To apply, tailor your CV to show collaboration, initiative, and any sourcing or admin experience, provide concrete examples of how you’ve learned quickly, and convey eagerness to grow on site and within the company.

Salary: £17,000 Apprenticeship salary
Location: Hams Hall
Working Hours: 40 hours Monday to Friday 

Are you ready to start a career where every day is different, your ideas matter, and you play a key role in keeping a business running smoothly? We’re looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Purchasing Apprentice to join our team and grow into a skilled procurement professional.

About the Role

As our Purchasing Apprentice, you’ll support the purchasing team with the sourcing of goods and services, helping ensure we get the right products, at the right price, at the right time. You’ll learn from experienced professionals and gain hands-on experience while studying towards a recognised qualification.

What You’ll Be Doing

•    Assisting with raising purchase orders and processing supplier invoices
•    Helping to source new suppliers and obtain quotes
•    Supporting stock control and ensuring accurate records
•    Building positive relationships with suppliers and internal teams
•    Analysing data to support purchasing decisions
•    Learning how procurement contributes to business success

What You’ll Gain

• Fully funded apprenticeship qualification in Procurement & Supply
• On-the-job training from a supportive, friendly team
• Real responsibility and the chance to make an impact
• A strong foundation for a long-term career in purchasing, supply chain or commercial roles

About You

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Keen to learn and develop new skills
• Organised, proactive and confident communicating with others
• Comfortable working with numbers and basic IT
• Curious, enthusiastic and a team player
• Driven to build a career in procurement or supply chain

 Why Join Us?

• Supportive development pathway
• Great team culture
• Opportunity to grow within the organisation
• Benefits package designed to help you thrive

If you’re ready to take your first step into a dynamic and fast-paced career, we’d love to hear from you