Apprentice Buyer: Launch Procurement Career with Training

Coinford Ltd; Charlwood; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension & Salary Sacrifice

25 days annual leave

Weekly yoga sessions

Death in Service Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Training & Development Opportunities

Regular company social events

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Coinford Ltd. is offering an Apprentice Buyer position at our Head Office in Smallfield, Surrey. You will gain hands-on experience in procurement and work towards a Level 3 Procurement and Supply Assistant Apprenticeship.

You will learn supplier sourcing, quotations, purchase orders, and supplier relationship management while supporting construction sites across projects. The role is office-based, Monday–Friday, with guidance from experienced team members.

Qualifications

• Interest in starting a career in buying and procurement.
• Willingness to learn, develop new skills and take on new challenges.
• Confidence to ask questions and learn from others.
• Positive attitude and proactive approach to tasks.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Good attention to detail and an organised approach to work.
• Basic IT skills and willingness to learn new systems.
• No prior experience in buying or procurement required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in researching and identifying potential suppliers for construction materials, equipment, and services.
• Learn how to obtain and compare supplier quotations and support negotiations under guidance.
• Help prepare and issue purchase orders based on guidelines and project requirements.
• Build and maintain supplier relationships and monitor delivery times with guidance.
• Support supplier negotiations to achieve competitive pricing while maintaining quality standards.
• Monitor inventory levels of PPE at Head Office and coordinate with project teams to ensure stock.
• Coordinate with site teams to receive, inspect, and store materials.

Skills

Interest in procurement

Willingness to learn

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

IT literacy

Confidence to ask questions

Education

No formal qualifications required

Level 3 Procurement and Supply Assistant Apprenticeship

English and Maths GCSEs (desirable)

CIPS Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations

Tools

Basic IT & systems

Job description

Coinford Ltd. is offering an Apprentice Buyer position at our Head Office in Smallfield, Surrey. You will gain hands-on experience in procurement and work towards a Level 3 Procurement and Supply Assistant Apprenticeship.

You will learn supplier sourcing, quotations, purchase orders, and supplier relationship management while supporting construction sites across projects. The role is office-based, Monday–Friday, with guidance from experienced team members.