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Apprentice Procurement Officer 2025 - Leicester / Solihull

Galliford Try

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic individuals for its Apprentice Procurement Officer role. This exciting opportunity offers a pathway into the construction and civil engineering sectors, providing hands-on experience and fully funded academic support. As part of a top-rated apprenticeship program, you will learn vital skills in procurement, supplier management, and project coordination. With a strong commitment to personal and professional development, this role is ideal for those eager to kickstart their career in a supportive and dynamic environment. Join a company that values inclusivity and growth, making a meaningful impact in the communities it serves.

Benefits

28 days holiday

Private medical insurance

Paid volunteering days

Agile working programme

Employee Assistance Programme

Pension scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

No prior experience required, just a passion for construction.
Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Assist in procuring facade materials and subcontractors.
Support cost analysis and budget monitoring for projects.

Skills

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Analytical Skills

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma

A Levels or equivalent

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Location: Leicester / Solihull

Join the top-rated apprentice programme in UK construction and civil engineering sector, recognised as the No.1 for trainees by TheJobCrowd.

Our award-winning Trainee Development Programme offers hands-on experience, technical skill development, and academic qualifications. Join our team and kickstart a rewarding full-time career with fully funded academic support tailored to you.

Job Description

Apprentice Procurement Officer 2025

Location: Leicester / Solihull

Join the top-rated apprentice programme in UK construction and civil engineering sector, recognised as the No.1 for trainees by TheJobCrowd.

Our award-winning Trainee Development Programme offers hands-on experience, technical skill development, and academic qualifications. Join our team and kickstart a rewarding full-time career with fully funded academic support tailored to you.

We are proud to be a platinum member of the 5% club member based on the quality of training and development of our ‘earn as you learn’ opportunities.

What will you be doing?

When you join us as an apprentice, you will:

Complete an apprenticeship course relevant to the role, to suit your current education level. At the end of the programme, you will gain a qualification in this field as well as learning the practical skills and hands-on experience doing the job.
Join us on our Trainee Development Programme, where you will be given the training and tools to develop your skills through a series of modules over an 18-month period followed by a graduation event.

We offer apprenticeships from a level 3 to a degree level apprenticeship fully funded by Galliford Try, tailored to your current education level and course entry requirements.

This role is ideal for someone looking to build a career in construction purchasing, with a focus on materials and subcontractor procurement for facade projects. You will assist in sourcing, negotiating, and managing supplier relationships while ensuring cost efficiency and timely delivery of goods and services. You will:

Assist in procuring facade materials such as cladding, insulation, fixings, glass, and metal components.
Support the procurement of subcontractors for installation and specialist services.
Obtain and compare supplier quotes, ensuring value for money and quality standards.
Work closely with project managers to determine material and subcontractor requirements.
Monitor and track orders to ensure on-time delivery and adherence to project timelines.
Assist in negotiating terms and contracts with suppliers and subcontractors.
Maintain accurate procurement records, purchase orders, and supplier databases.
Support cost analysis and budget monitoring for facade construction projects.
Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and industry regulations.
Develop relationships with key suppliers and subcontractors to build a reliable supply chain.

This role is available for a Summer 2025 start, with the possibility of an earlier start date to suit yourself and the business.

As part of the apprenticeship programme you will be expected to work in and around the location advertised, with the possibility for travelling to other projects and locations around the UK in the future.

Who are we?

As a leading construction company, we aim to improve the UK's built environment and deliver lasting change in the communities we work in.

Our purpose is to improve lives by building facilities and infrastructure, support our team's growth, promote best practices in our supply chain, and care for the environment. At Galliford Try, we cultivate an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential, emphasizing health, safety and wellbeing through our 'Be Well' program, which offers gym discounts and support for various wellbeing topics.

Encouraged by our people-orientated values, we invite motivated and enthusiastic people to join us in making a meaningful difference.

What do we offer?

We put our people first and our benefits package reflects that by offering a range of attractive options to help support your career, on top of a competitive apprentice salary.

28 days holiday excluding bank holidays, increasing with years of service, with an option of utilising our holiday purchase scheme
Private medical insurance
Two paid volunteering days per year
Agile working programme
A range of benefit schemes including: Save as You Earn share purchase scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, Enhanced maternity and paternity leave, Pension scheme, Cycle to Work scheme and discounts on your favourite brands and holidays

What are we looking for?

We invite applications from those who are passionate about the industry, who are leaving education and want to further their studies, or those who haven’t yet found a route into construction.

You will be willing to learn and get involved in key projects, have the passion, adaptability and a flexible approach to work, along with good communication skills. We are here to support your learning and professional growth; we do not expect you to have any prior experience for this role.

To qualify for the apprenticeship study requirements, you must have eligibility to live and work in the UK without restriction.

Galliford Try welcomes applications from candidates who would like to work full-time, reduced hours or flexibly and this will be discussed in more detail as part of the recruitment process. We encourage you and would be grateful if you could confirm any requirements we can reasonably fulfil to make this application a positive experience for you.

What’s next?

Step 1: Apply for the role you’re interested in – we can’t wait to receive your application!

Step 2:Applicants who pass an initial screening stage will be invited to an interview with the local team.

While we work hard to keep you updated with your application every step of the way, due to the high volume of applications and assessment centres taking place, please be mindful that there may be a delay at some stages in the process.

Don’t meet every requirement of the role?

At Galliford Try, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement of the role, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

As a Disability Confident employer, we have committed to offer an interview to any candidate with a long-term health condition or disability that meet the essential criteria for the advertised position. Please contact the Resourcing Partner listed within the job advert if you believe this applies to you. We will also take the opportunity to discuss any adjustments required for your interview.

For more information on this role or to enquire about other Early Careers positions available please contact our Early Careers team on earlycareers@gallifordtry.co.uk

Seniority level

Seniority level
Internship

Employment type

Employment type
Full-time

Job function

Job function
Purchasing and Supply Chain
Industries
Construction, Civil Engineering, and Utilities

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