Public Sector Procurement Apprentice — CIPS Pathway & Training

Sunderland City Council; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional local authority in Gateshead is offering a Fixed Term Apprenticeship in Procurement. This program provides hands-on experience in public sector procurement, combined with structured learning towards CIPS qualifications. As a Procurement Apprentice, you will work directly with experienced colleagues, developing key skills and delivering procurement solutions for the council. This role promises diverse responsibilities and excellent career prospects in procurement.

Benefits

Continuous professional development

Structured learning programme

Earn a salary

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 GCSEs including English Language and Maths.
• Studying towards CIPS qualifications.
• Achievement of 3 A Levels or equivalent qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience in public sector procurement.
• Work alongside experienced colleagues.
• Develop procurement solutions for the council.

Education

Level 4 Commercial Procurement and Supply

CIPS Level 5 Advanced Diploma in Procurement and Supply

Level 6 Senior Procurement Supply Chain Professional

Minimum of 4 GCSEs including English Language and Maths at Grades 9-4/A

Achievement of (or studying towards) 3 A Levels worth 120 UCAS points

Job description

A regional local authority in Gateshead is offering a Fixed Term Apprenticeship in Procurement. This program provides hands-on experience in public sector procurement, combined with structured learning towards CIPS qualifications. As a Procurement Apprentice, you will work directly with experienced colleagues, developing key skills and delivering procurement solutions for the council. This role promises diverse responsibilities and excellent career prospects in procurement.