Your journey starts here..
We’re looking for a motivated Supply Chain Apprentice who will bring energy, creative new ideas and a fresh perspective to help Portakabin continue to innovate, lead and transform the world of modular buildings.
As a Supply Chain apprentice you will be based at our Head Office in Huntington, York. Rotating through different roles within Supply Chain (Procurement, Demand/Supply Planning, Distribution & Warehouse), you will gain hands-on experience and see projects through from beginning to end. Throughout the apprenticeship, you will have support and personalised coaching from both your manager, mentor from each rotational area.
Our professional apprenticeship programme has been developed to ensure you are supported throughout every step of your journey. Your three year apprenticeship will be delivered through a blended learning approach supported by our learning provider. You will be stretched, challenged and supported by a business that views your professional development as a priority. During the programme you will complete a Level 3 Supply Chain Practitioner apprenticeship, working across a range of projects, which will offer the breadth and variety to support your development.
Roles and Responsibilities
You will have the opportunity to gain experience on several key processes to create a well-rounded supply chain knowledge, including:
Procurement process: From sourcing services &/or materials through to contract and supplier management, including policies and legislation
Learn and apply best practices in demand planning, scheduling, stock management, warehouse & distribution (Cash, distribution cost elements)
Learn to forecast using machine learning software and reporting in Power BI to improve forecast accuracy
Collaborate with teams to ensure the smooth flow of products from raw material to finished modular buildings, ensuring we meet customer demands and regulatory requirements, underpinned by Health & Safety and quality
Use data to support decision making and recommend improvements (KPIs: inventory, forecast accuracy, plan attainment, customer service, supplier performance)
Participate and coordinate projects related to cost & waste reduction and other improvement projects which will include exposure to continuous improvement principles.
Document Standard operating procedures based on best practice
Our Ideal Candidate
5 GCSEs including Maths and English at Level 4 – 9 (or equivalent) – Essential
2 A levels at C-A (or equivalent) - Desirable
Computer literate with a solid understanding of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Excellent communication skills
Excellent organisation and planning skills
High levels of energy and passion for project management
The ability to build highly trusted relationships with colleagues, third parties and internal stakeholders
Benefits & Opportunities
£19,000 per annum
25 days per year plus bank holidays
Option to buy 5 days of annual leave
Contributory pension
A range of dedicated health and wellbeing services
Employee Assistance Program
A chance to give back to your community with an annual Volunteering Day Off
Cycle to Work Scheme
Employee Benefits Program (Discounts at 100s of shops, gyms, restaurants and even holidays!)
We have lots of fantastic success stories from previous apprentices who have gone on to achieve industry recognised qualifications through their apprenticeships and many of our past apprentices are still working within the business today or have gone onto have successful careers elsewhere. Our workplace culture will allow you to pick up not only the knowledge and skills to be used in your future career but also experience working in a professional but relaxed environment that will give you the confidence to excel in your role and develop as a professional
We truly believe that we put our people at the heart of everything we do, and you will have the job security and development opportunities that are rare in the current climate, so why not join us, and be a part of our continuing growth and success? With exciting future ambitions, we couldn’t think of a better time for you to join us!
Why Portakabin?
Portakabin employs more than 2,000 people across ten European countries with our head office and primary manufacturing facility located in York UK.
As innovators in the science of building, we provide modular buildings for hire and sale, as well as supplying refurbished buildings and construction site accommodation. We deliver building solutions for organisations of any size, in sectors ranging from manufacturing, education and health to transport, utilities and construction.
Portakabin is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective colleagues. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives and hire great people to build talented and diverse teams.
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments throughout the application, recruitment, and onboarding processes for candidates that require additional support and/or adjustments to be made. If you are having any difficulty applying, please contact our recruitment team on resourcing@portakabin.com
Apply Now...
If interested, please submit your application as early as possible, applications will be reviewed on receipt.
Important Dates:
14th March - Closing date.
Week Commencing 24th March - You will be contacted for in person interviews.
Week Commencing 31th March – Offers to be given.
