Supply Chain Apprenticeships

GEM Partnership Ltd; Seaham; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

GEM Partnership Ltd. in Seaham is seeking a Supply Chain Apprentice to support the Operations Manager and Supervisor. The role involves using systems to gather data for reporting to the Supply Chain team and learning procurement, supplier relationships, and contract administration.

The apprenticeship lasts 12 months with the potential for a permanent role upon successful completion; licenses for Counterbalance and Bendi FLT may be pursued during the programme.

Qualifications

• GCSE or equivalent, grade C or Level 5 in maths and English.
• Willing to work towards Counterbalance and Bendi FLT licenses.

Responsibilities

• Support in developing inventory management to control costs and maximise working capital.
• Log and validate supply chain invoices.
• Support day-to-day supply chain operations including inventory management, order processing, and logistics coordination.

Education

GCSE or equivalent, grade C or Level 5 in maths and English

Job description

Our client in Seaham is looking to appoint a Supply Chain Apprentice to their team.

The successful applicant will support the Operation Manager and Supervisor in ensuring all Warehouse duties are performed effectively. They will utilise systems and communication tools to collect and gather data for effective reporting for the Supply Chain management team.

Primary accountabilities will include:

• Support in the development of inventory management with the goal to control costs within budget, generate savings, rationalise inventory and maximise the working capital available.
• Log and validate supply chain invoices
• Support day-to-day supply chain operations, including inventory management, order processing, and logistics coordination
• Learn to manage procurement processes, supplier relationships, and contract administration in line with regulations and internal policies
• Gain experience in warehouse operations, transport scheduling, and quality control

Qualifications required:

• GCSE or equivalent, grade C or Level 5 in maths and English.
• Willing to work towards Counterbalance and Bendi FLT licenses.

This is an apprenticeship position. The successful applicant will work towards gaining the Supply Chain Warehouse apprenticeship standard for a period of 12 months. Successful completion of the apprenticeship could lead to a permanent role with our client.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to contact every candidate individually. If you do not hear from us within 7 days of submitting your application, please assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.

We are committed to fair, consistent, and inclusive recruitment practices, and all applications are reviewed in line with relevant employment legislation and our equal opportunities principles.