Procurement Apprentice – Level 3 at JOSEPH GALLAGHER LIMITED

Thurrock, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

10 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Procurement, Sourcing, Supplier Management, Contract Support, Cost Control, Budget Tracking, Purchase Orders, Onboarding, Compliance Checks, Reporting, Audits, Ethical Procurement, Sustainable Procurement, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

Procurement Apprentice – Level 3 Location: Head Office based Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm Contract: Full-time, Apprenticeship Salary: Apprenticeship rate (dependent on age/experience) Joseph Gallagher Limited is a leading civil engineering and construction business delivering complex projects across the UK and internationally. As part of our continued growth, we are looking for a Procurement Apprentice to join our Commercial & Procurement team. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop a career in procurement while working towards a Level 3 Procurement and Supply Assistant Apprenticeship. About the Apprenticeship You will be enrolled on the Level 3 Procurement and Supply Assistant Apprenticeship, a nationally recognised qualification aligned with the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS). The programme develops core skills in purchasing, supplier management, contract support, and ethical procurement. About the Role As a Procurement Apprentice, you will support the procurement function in sourcing materials, plant, services, and subcontractors essential to delivering civil engineering projects. You’ll work closely with commercial teams, site managers, and suppliers, gaining hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities Assisting with raising purchase orders and maintaining procurement records Supporting supplier set-up, onboarding, and compliance checks Liaising with suppliers regarding pricing, delivery, and availability Supporting cost control and budget tracking Maintaining supplier and contract documentation Assisting with procurement reporting and audits Supporting ethical, sustainable, and compliant procurement practices Working closely with commercial, finance, and site teams About You We’re looking for someone interested in commercial, procurement, or supply chain careers, with a strong willingness to learn. You will ideally have: An interest in procurement, buying, or supply chain management Strong organisational skills and attention to detail Good communication skills and confidence working with suppliers A professional and reliable approach Basic IT skills (Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook) GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths (or willingness to work towards them) No prior procurement experience is required — just the right attitude and commitment. What We Offer Fully funded Level 3 Procurement and Supply Assistant Apprenticeship Practical experience within a busy commercial environment Support from experienced procurement and commercial professionals Opportunity to progress to CIPS Level 4 or a permanent procurement role Supportive and professional working environment Company Background The Joseph Gallagher Group is a family owned Civil Engineering business that delivers expertise whilst putting client satisfaction at the core of the business. Built on a personal reputation for honesty and quality, we understand the actions we take affect the communities and environments we operate in. LIFE Culture We're promoting a culture change within the industry and demonstrating initiatives to dramatically improve Health, Safety and Wellbeing. In 2014, we launched our award-winning cultural safety programme (LIFE) which is deeply embedded into the company’s DNA and core values. Disability Confident Committed We are a disability confident employer and we're committed to providing equal opportunities in employment. All individuals will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Reasonable Adjustments We want to make our recruitment processes accessible to everyone, so if there is any way that we can support you to enable you to be the best you can, please contact the HR team at HR@josephgallagher.co.uk.

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Responsibilities

The apprentice will support the procurement function by sourcing necessary materials, plant, and services for civil engineering projects, while assisting with raising purchase orders and maintaining essential procurement records. Key duties also involve supporting supplier setup, compliance checks, and liaising with suppliers regarding pricing and delivery.