Business
Level 3 Purchasing Apprenticeship
JCB
Salary
c. £15,000
Duration
18 months
Level
Level 3 – Advanced
Qualification
Level 3
Start date
October-December (typically)
Minimum grades
GCSE Maths and English grade 4/C or above; minimum four GCSEs at C/4 or above
Apprenticeships are open from age 16, once you have finished Year 11 (S4 in Scotland).
About the role
Purchasing touches on every area of our business so it's no surprise that working in our Purchasing team comes with responsibility. The team manages cost, quality and risk and makes sure our suppliers can deliver everything we need today and in the future. The programme takes 18 months and you'll work your way around areas such as Operational, Strategic and New Product Introduction developing the knowledge and skills to communicate with suppliers. You'll also spend a block of days with our dedicated training provider.
Requirements
At least four GCSEs at C/4 or above including Maths and English. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Proactive and can-do attitude with ability to problem solve. Good numeracy skills, keen eye for detail and ability to deliver results on time.
Skills
CommunicationInterpersonal skillsProblem solvingNumeracyAttention to detailSupplier management
Required qualifications
Essential
GCSE · Maths · Grade 4
Essential
GCSE · English · Grade 4
Essential
GCSE · Any · Grade 4
Essential
GCSE · Any · Grade 4
Training & development
Learning on the job from experienced team members and off-job training through dedicated training provider. Rotation around Operational, Strategic and New Product Introduction areas. Industry recognised qualification upon completion.
Future prospects
Complete understanding of how Purchasing works across JCB with an industry recognised qualification and ability to progress to higher levels.
Things to consider
The application process includes online screening, psychometric and behavioural assessments, and an assessment centre with interview and group exercise.
About JCB
JCB is one of the largest and most innovative manufacturers of construction equipment in the world. The company is focused on innovation, pushing boundaries and setting standards, with people sharing vision, enthusiasm and drive.