Purchasing Apprentice

Time shared between the Safran Landing Systems Services site and the Training Providers site, both located in Gloucester.

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You will have a keen interest in science and engineering and be able to demonstrate a methodical and thorough approach to work.

You will be self-motivated and well organised. The role of apprentice will require you to be a confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills. You will be a motivated, hardworking individual with excellent planning and organisational skills. The ability to effectively work as part of a team and on your own will be key to your success.

Successful candidates will need to have achieved, or expect to achieve at least 5 GCSE's - including Math and English - Grade A-C or 5-9, Science and a technology.

Safran Landing Systems is the world leader in aircraft landing and braking systems and is at the forefront of contributing to safer, more sustainable aviation for current and future generations. We design, test, manufacture and assemble landing gear used on commercial aircraft including Airbus and Boeing, and UK military aircraft such as the Eurofighter Typhoon. Gloucester is home to the UK division and has been a leader of cutting edge landing gear technology for over 90 years, since the innovative designs of Sir George Dowty. YOU can be a part of our legacy.…

What will you get as a Purchasing Apprentice at Safran?

You'll work with industry leaders and the latest equipment. You'll gain valuable experience in aircraft production, working with the brightest minds in aerospace engineering.

You'll get to work with a great and knowledgeable, innovative and diverse team on interesting & sustainable projects.

You'll have opportunities to learn and progress - with large investment being put into the site currently it's an exciting time to join as our growing local team!

Starting Salary: £17,922, You'll have Friday afternoon off - we have a 4.5 working day week.

You'll get to choose from our huge range of flexible benefits, including cycle to work, technology savings, retail discounts, healthcare, sports clubs, 25 days holiday, up to 8% pension contribution, profit share and shares.

The Purchasing Apprenticeship Programme:

As part of your apprenticeship, you will complete:

Year 1: You will spend time at a private local engineering training provider where the relevant qualification units will be delivered and assessed.

Year 2-3: Will be delivered and assessed within Safran where you will be required to achieve a Level 3 Diploma. To support individual Development Plans, all apprentices will spend allocated time to work in different departments according to each training needs.

What will I be doing?

Manage a dedicated portfolio of suppliers located predominantly within the UK.

Manage the relationship from sourcing the request for quotation up to the contract management during the life of the Contract.

Accountable for the relationship with each supplier of the allocated panel.

Identify, Advance and mitigate potential Supply Chain Risks and put in place associated improvement and mitigation plans.

Facilitate monthly supplier reviews in collaboration with Purchasing and Procurement depts., buyers and present to management as required.