Purchasing Apprentice

Mercedes AMG Petronas F1 Team; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Purchasing Apprentice to join their dynamic team. This apprenticeship offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the fast-paced world of procurement within the thrilling environment of Formula 1. You'll engage in hands-on learning through rotations in Direct and Indirect Purchasing, gaining invaluable skills while working alongside experienced professionals. The program includes a CIPS Level 3 Certificate, ensuring you develop a solid foundation in procurement. If you're eager to learn, self-driven, and passionate about your development, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

On-site gym

Subsidised restaurant

On-site parking with EV chargers

Generous bonus scheme

Mercedes car lease scheme

Private medical cover

Life assurance

25 days holiday

Qualifications

• Strong interest in procurement and a curiosity for Formula 1.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the end-to-end procurement process in a fast-paced environment.
• Monitor supplier performance and resolve purchasing issues.

Skills

Procurement Knowledge

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Stakeholder Management

Negotiation Skills

Education

5 GCSEs (or equivalent)

Job description

Purchasing Apprentice

Brackley, UK

At the Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team, a group of passionate and determined people work to design, develop, manufacture and race the cars with the aim of fighting for world championships each and every year.

Whether working in our Operations, Technical, Race or Business Support functions, we are all in and aspire to build the greatest team in the history of our sport.

About The Role:

We are looking for someone who is keen to learn more and work in a fast-paced Procurement function where no two days are the same. You will have the opportunity to work within the Purchasing Department covering the end-to-end procurement process within the Direct and Indirect Purchasing Teams on 3–6 month rotations allowing you to develop your knowledge, skills and understanding whilst contributing to the Team’s Procurement goals. This post is part of a formal apprenticeship programme that includes the CIPS Level 3 Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations.

This Apprenticeship will take part at our Campus in Brackley working towards Procurement & Supply, where the programme is delivered online via weekly interactive training. You must have a passion for your own development as this programme includes online weekly interactive learning sessions with a CIPS trainer and monthly one-to-one coaching with an experienced procurement coach. You will have full access to CIPS online resources and peer to peer learning is facilitated with other procurement learners.

Key Skills to be Developed:

• Be able to demonstrate the skills learnt by increasingly working independently, being involved in and ultimately running tenders and negotiating with suppliers.
• Monitor and develop suppliers’ performance.
• Developing stakeholder relationships across the business.
• Proactively liaising between suppliers and stakeholders to resolve purchasing supply issues.
• Ensure an accurate delivery status for Purchase orders.

Candidate Profile:

The successful candidate will have:

• A strong interest in procurement, combined with a curiosity to understand how it works in a Formula 1 environment.
• An open mind to communicate and collaborate effectively with colleagues.
• Self-driven, dependable and flexible attitude.
• The ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner, with the confidence to ask questions and humility to admit mistakes.
• A strong customer focus with good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to plan and organise work using own initiative.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a positive ‘can do’ attitude.

Our Level 3 apprenticeships require the following:

• You must have an existing and valid right to work for the duration of the apprenticeship in the UK. Applicants who require a visa to work in the UK should be aware that our apprenticeships are ineligible for sponsorship.
• Availability to complete the level 3 apprenticeship up to a 42-month duration.
• Evidence of having been resident in the UK for 3 years prior to taking up the apprenticeship in September this year or candidates who qualify for an exemption as stated here: Apprenticeship funding rules - GOV.UK.
• At least 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) with results of 5 and above. Three of the GCSEs must be Maths, Science and English.
• We will check you meet the criteria as part of the application process as this will need to be evidenced before you can start the programme.

Benefits:

Our riverside campus is powered by 100% renewably sourced energy and features an on-site gym and exercise studio, subsidised restaurant and on-site parking with EV chargers available.

We offer a competitive and attractive package of benefits including a generous bonus scheme, Mercedes car lease scheme, private medical cover, life assurance and 25 days holiday. We pride ourselves on our family-friendly environment and employee well-being programmes.

Why us:

At the heart of our performance are our people. Every member of our team has a voice and plays their part in contributing to our successes on and off the racetrack. We take pride in creating an innovative, collaborative and high-performance culture where all of our team members are respected, empowered and valued.

Through our Accelerate 25 programme, we are continuously working to make our team even more diverse and inclusive. Whatever your background, we believe that you will find working with us rewarding and enriching.

Your Application:

We will ask you to complete a questionnaire as well as submitting a cover letter and CV. Please upload your cover letter and CV as one single PDF file.

Online Testing:

If you are eligible for the next stage of the application process, you will be required to complete the following tests (if you have not completed them within the last 6 months):

• Psychometric Testing: Factors.
• Psychometric Testing: Intermediate Logiks.