Procurement Apprentice

u 54 month Fixed Term Apprentice (Procurement Degree) Level 6 / u Have you considered a career in procurement? It's a fantastic choice, with continuous professional development, varied and rewarding work, as well as great career prospects! With Sunderland City Council's procurement apprenticeship, you will benefit from a structured learning programme, get hands-on experience and earn a salary. Sunderland City Council is proud to be part of a new regional apprenticeship programme, designed to launch the careers of the next generation of procurement professionals. As a Procurement Apprentice, you will be employed directly by Sunderland City Council, gaining hands-on experience in public sector procurement while working alongside experienced colleagues. At the same time, you'll be part of a wider regional cohort of apprentices supported by the North East Procurement Organisation (NEPO). The apprenticeship programme is delivered by specialist training provider SRSCC, combining face-to-face teaching at the Northern Design Centre in Gateshead with remote tutor support. You'll study towards Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) qualifications and build core procurement knowledge and skills. You will work as part of our team of procurement professionals, focussed on the development and delivery of procurement solutions for the council, whilst also developing key skills and knowledge through a combination of real-world experience and dedicated training. The role is diverse and your responsibilities will increase as you progress through the development programme.

• 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 (Obtained) which must include English Language and Maths at Grades 9-4 / A
• or above.
• Achievement of (or studying towards) 3 A Levels (or equivalent qualifications) worth 120 UCAS points (Predicted or Obtained).