Procurement Apprentice

Overview

Apprenticeship supporting procurement, sustainability and supplier engagement on water projects.

Key Responsibilities

• supplier engagement
• e1 ordering
• quotation comparison
• sustainability integration
• lean process
• compliance management

Tasks

-Forge strong relationships with the supply chain through supplier and other relevant stakeholders’ engagement. -Act as the Procurement Teams contact with the Supply Chain Sustainability School by utilising their resources -Support the Procurement Team by enhancing processes and championing lean thinking throughout the supply chain and sustainable procurement strategy. -Gain and maintain excellent communications with internal clients & supply chain to ensure the provision of an efficient, timely and high-quality procurement function -Ensure approved requisitions are received prior to any procurement activities, accurate and timely material ordering via the E1 system -Work to improve supplier sustainability performance, and Coordinate with the rest of the procurement team to ensure sustainability aspects are incorporated appropriately into tenders and contracts. -Produce quotation comparisons and recommendations for internal review and audit purposes -Be involved with supplier sustainability forums in sharing best practice with the wider Procurement Team. -Create a bank of information of the sustainable supply chain activities and performance – case studies, reporting, data, information on lower carbon materials. -Building and maintaining positive working relationships. -Ensure compliance with Costain and project Procurement procedures and processes

Requirements

• ucas points
• gcses
• travel
• problem solving
• teamwork
• security clearance

What You Bring

-Someone who is creative with a keen interest in the latest technology. -Vocational equivalents at level 3 or higher will also be considered as equivalent to UCAS points -An organised individual that can work well to deadlines. -Learn how to formulate and issue tender enquiries, respond to queries, compare tenders, negotiate terms, and place the final order -Candidates will be required to achieve appropriate security and medical clearances; these will be instigated on receiving a conditional offer of employment. -Functional Skills Level 2 will also be considered as equivalent to GCSE Grade 4/C -Works well within a team, but equally on your own. -Minimum of 96 UCAS Points, at A Level / T-Level, all subjects considered -Please note that if you are invited to interview, we will require you to produce your passport and/or right to work documentation. -Someone that enjoys challenges and problem solving in their day-to-day work Communicating clearly, both written and verbally. -Minimum of 5 GCSEs Grade 4/C in Mathematics, English Language & or Science/Engineering subject -As some of our project sites are based in remote locations, it is worth noting that you will be required to have the ability to travel to the site.

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About Costain Group Plc

-A leader in providing innovative solutions, specializing in complex, large-scale projects across the UK. -Their expertise spans infrastructure, energy, water, and other high-impact sectors. -Deep history in delivering projects for government, private, and public sector clients. -Recent notable projects include major works in energy, water, and transport sectors, including upgrades to critical infrastructure. -Known for integrating cutting-edge technology to enhance project delivery and safety outcomes. -Services extend from consultancy and design to construction and asset management. -Deeply involved in shaping the UK’s energy transition, particularly in sustainable power generation.

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Security Clearance

-candidates must obtain security and medical clearances after a conditional offer. -applicants need to provide passport and/or right‑to‑work documentation.