Job Description
Position: Supply Chain Apprentice
Location: Leeds, LS14 1FB
Position Type: Apprenticeship
Length of apprenticeship: 30 Months (Inc 4 month end point assessment)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week including 20% study time
Reporting to: Head of Supply Chain
An exciting opportunity to join the supply chain team as an apprentice in one of the most celebrated and successful names in the professional hair and beauty industry. Since 2006, Sweet Squared has been in an enviable leadership position through distributing exclusive, premium, and best-in-class brands like Kevin Murphy, CND Shellac and Nimue to professionals and salons across the UK and Ireland. However, the true key to our success has always been our dedication and commitment to serving the professional with Love & Respect. Our customer is the cornerstone of everything we do.
The Supply Chain Apprenticeship provides a rare opportunity to join an industry leading distribution business in one of our business-critical functions. This apprenticeship will give the student a chance to learn the key areas of the Supply Chain field supported by external academic institutions, while working in a fast-paced team giving the opportunity to combine theoretical with real life situations.
Key Responsibilities:
To support the commercial plans of our award winning beauty brands in the professional salon channel by carrying out Supply Chain related tasks including but not limited to;
* Creating new items in ERP system at the request of other business functions, ensuring all key data field are complete and accurate
* Use demand planning software to produce product stock requirements to ensure that products stay in stock
* Raise purchase orders and send to vendors ensuring that these are accurate, and any vendor changes are reflecting, ensuring a smooth billing process
* Work with logistics providers ensuring that shipments from all over the world reach the warehouse in a timely and cost-effective manner
* General team support activities supporting Head of Supply Chain and wider team on any project or ERP related maintenance
* Ensuring that team inbox is monitored and all communication responded to on a timely basis
* Assisting with new product development and procurement projects for wider business
* Supporting with industry specific compliance and legislative matters
Supply Chain Level 3 Apprenticeship
You will undertake and complete a level 3 Supply Chain apprenticeship, covering subjects below and bringing this knowledge into the workplace. At the end of this apprenticeship you will receive a level 3 Supply Chain practitioner qualification. Your apprentice will be delivered via Kirklees College.
* Regulations
* Risk & KPI’s
* Continuous Improvement
* Forecasting
* Customer Service
* Planning
* Procurement
* Logistics
* Management Systems
What we’re looking for in an apprentice:
* A team player who enjoys learning and development and thrives in a vibrant, collaborative environment
* Keen to continuously learn and develop
* A cool head under pressure offering solutions, not problems
* A positive can-do attitude
* Highly motivated self-starter who is confident, committed and enthusiastic
* Excellent communication skills
* Strong time management and organisational skills
* Genuine interest in Supply Chain and the wider industry
Requirements:
* GCSE A*-C/4-9 grade certificates or equivalent Functional Skills in Maths and English.
What we can offer you:
* 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays (increasing to 33 days plus BH with length of service)
* Private healthcare and cashback scheme
* Perks and discount scheme
* Personal accident insurance
* 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
* Access to 24/7 GP Service
* Company sick pay scheme
* Square day - an additional paid day off on your start date anniversary
* An allowance per month for free products in our Sweet shops and online
* Employee discount in addition to your monthly allowance
* Square of the month awards with the winner awarded additional paid leave
* Training and development including access to our education courses
* Potential permanent employment on successful completion of your apprenticeship