Supply Chain Apprentice - Location - Eastwood/Sherwood

Harsco Rail; Newthorpe; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Harsco Rail in the United Kingdom is offering an Apprentice Buyer role designed to train you into a proficient procurement professional. You will gain hands-on experience in inventory management, sourcing, logistics, demand forecasting and supplier relationship management while contributing to process improvement.

You will learn from experienced professionals, develop a solid understanding of supply chain principles, and build practical skills through structured training and on-the-job learning.

Qualifications

• Good organisational skills.
• Ability to prioritise.
• Good presentation, verbal and written communication skills.
• An understanding of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Access).
• Good customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Completing training programs, coursework, and on-the-job learning to develop essential supply chain skills and competencies.
• Assist in sourcing and selecting suppliers. Research potential suppliers, obtain quotes, negotiation and assess supplier capabilities to support the purchasing process.
• Purchase order processing. Assist in creating purchase orders, ensuring accuracy of details, and following up on order status to ensure timely delivery.
• Supporting supplier quality activities such as corrective action completion, NCRs, quarantine and inspections.
• Data management in the MRP system including new part set up, BoM maintenance, Distribution Planning and Stock / Non-stock booking in.
• Liaising with suppliers for periodic data reviews and maintaining due diligence, code of conduct and insurance records through developing and maintaining a database.
• Monitoring and tracking the use of special tools that are required to be maintained and calibrated utilising our quality management system Q-Pulse.
• Support the supply chain team with audit preparation and filing.
• Expediting critical components and overdue purchase orders, provide regular feedback on supply and stock issues to stakeholders
• Document control/records management maintenance using a database.
• Support the supply chain team with cycle counting, stock adjustment processing, and identifying, reporting and resolving system discrepancies relating to stock movements.
• Attending meetings as and when required.
• Any other reasonable tasks.
• Health, safety & environmental responsibilities: take reasonable care for health and safety of yourself and others; contribute to safety plans; only undertake trained work; comply with risk assessments and safe systems; maintain PPE; cooperate with employer on HSE; report unsafe occurrences; assist investigations; additional responsibilities for Managers.

Skills

Organisational skills

Prioritisation

Communication skills

Customer service

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

The Apprentice Buyer is an entry-level procurement professional who will be undergoing training and development to become a proficient buyer within our organisation. This could include activities such as inventory management, procurement, logistics, demand forecasting, supplier relationship management, and process improvement. You may also be involved in data analysis, optimizing supply chain efficiency, and implementing best practices.

Additionally, as an apprentice, you will have the opportunity to learn from experienced professionals in the field, develop a strong understanding of supply chain principles, and gain practical experience.

Qualifications & Experience

• Good organisational skills.
• Ability to prioritise.
• Good presentation, verbal and written communication skills.
• An understanding of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Access).
• Good customer service skills.

Behaviours

• Willingness to learn and undertake relevant courses
• Attention to Detail
• Team Work

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES

• Completing training programs, coursework, and on-the-job learning to develop essential supply chain skills and competencies.
• Assist in sourcing and selecting suppliers. Research potential suppliers, obtain quotes, negotiation and assess supplier capabilities to support the purchasing process.
• Purchase order processing. Assist in creating purchase orders, ensuring accuracy of details, and following up on order status to ensure timely delivery.
• Supporting supplier quality activities such as corrective action completion, NCRs, quarantine and inspections.
• Data management in the MRP system including new part set up, Bill of Material (BoM) maintenance, Distribution Planning and Stock / Non-stock booking in.
• Liaising with suppliers for periodic data reviews and maintaining due diligence, code of conduct and insurance records through developing and maintaining a database.
• Monitoring and tracking the use of special tools that are required to be maintained and calibrated utilising our quality management system Q-Pulse.
• Support the supply chain team with audit preparation and filing.
• Expediting critical components and overdue purchase orders, provide regular feedback on supply and stock issues to stakeholders
• Document control/records management maintenance using a database.
• Support the supply chain team with cycle counting, stock adjustment processing, and identifying, reporting and resolving system discrepancies relating to stock movements.
• Attending meetings as and when required.
• Any other reasonable tasks.

HEALTH, SAFETY & ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• To take reasonable care for the health and safety of yourself and other persons who may be affected by your acts and omissions at work.
• Contribute to the delivery of company occupational health and welfare, safety and environmental improvement plans.#
• Only undertake work for which you have been trained and (if required) certified competent.
• To comply with Risk Assessments, method statements and safe systems of work.
• Maintain and utilise all PPE provided by the employer.
• Co-operate with your employer on health, safety and environment.
• Make safe any unsafe conditions where practical and challenge unsafe work practices.
• Inform your line manager, supervisor or health and safety representative of any unsafe occurrences
• Report all, and assist with investigating relevant accidents, incidents and near misses
• Additional responsibilities as identified for Managers in PRO/S/G/015

Harsco is committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace, ensuring equal opportunities for all employees and applicants.