Purchasing & Admin Apprentice

Clearline Recruitment Ltd; Ditchling; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training and ongoing support

Recognised Level 3 qualification

Exposure to purchasing and procurement

Hands-on experience across departments

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Clearline Recruitment Ltd is offering a Purchasing & Admin Apprentice role in Ditchling, East Sussex. The position provides hands-on experience across purchasing, stock control and project support within a busy business environment.

You will complete a Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship, combining practical workplace experience with structured training and development, with progression into project management activities as you grow.

Qualifications

• Organised, reliable and keen to learn.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Interest in purchasing, administration or project management.

Responsibilities

• Create and process purchase orders.
• Liaise with suppliers regarding orders and deliveries.
• Maintain accurate purchasing and stock records.
• Check incoming deliveries and process returns.
• Assist with preparing materials and equipment for staff.
• Keep stock and storage areas organised.
• Support general office administration and documentation.
• Assist with project planning and administration as your skills develop.
• Communicate with colleagues, suppliers and project teams.
• Follow company health and safety procedures.

Skills

Organised

Reliable

Good communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Interest in purchasing

Education

Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship

Job description

Job Title: Purchasing & Admin Apprentice

Apprenticeship: Level 3 Business Administrator

Location: Ditchling, East Sussex

Salary: Up to £12.71 per hour, depending on age

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm (1-hour lunch break, 40 hours per week)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Purchasing & Admin Apprentice to join one of our clients, an established and growing business in Ditchling.

This is a varied, hands-on apprenticeship offering experience across purchasing, administration, stock control and project support. It's an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their skills and build a career within a busy commercial environment.

Benefits

• Full training and ongoing support
• Opportunity to gain a recognised Level 3 qualification
• Hands-on experience across different departments
• Exposure to purchasing, procurement and project management
• Opportunities for career development and progression

Requirements

• Organised, reliable and keen to learn
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Confident working independently and within a team
• Comfortable with both administrative and practical tasks
• Positive attitude and willingness to take on new responsibilities
• An interest in purchasing, administration or project management
• Previous experience is not essential

Responsibilities

• Create and process purchase orders
• Liaise with suppliers regarding orders and deliveries
• Maintain accurate purchasing and stock records
• Check incoming deliveries and process returns
• Assist with preparing materials and equipment for staff
• Keep stock and storage areas organised
• Support general office administration and documentation
• Assist with project planning and administration as your skills develop
• Communicate with colleagues, suppliers and project teams
• Follow company health and safety procedures

Apprenticeship Information

You will complete a Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship, combining practical workplace experience with structured training and development.

As your experience grows, you'll have the opportunity to support project management activities and develop valuable skills in purchasing, procurement and business operations.