Supply Chain Apprentice

At KAEFER, our success is built on our values and culture, which create a supportive and inclusive environment where employees can thrive. We prioritise growth and development, with abundant opportunities for advancement and a commitment to promoting from within. Our wide range of job openings, including entry-level positions, allows for the first steps on the ladder to success. We provide ongoing training and development opportunities to support our employees throughout their careers.

We’recommitted to our mission of being the most reliable and efficient provider of technical industrial services. Our core disciplines include scaffolding, insulation, and protective coatings, with a range of trainee and apprenticeship routes designed to support your career journey.

Whatever path you choose, you’ll gain the skills and experience needed to build a strong foundation for your future. Your training will be provided through accredited training partners on a block release basis

As Supply Chain Apprentice you will provide essential administrative and data support to the wider supply chain team and category leads. This entry-level role offers a valuable opportunity to gain practical experience in supply chain operations, purchase order processing, and supplier communication within KAEFER UK&I

You will also assist with transforming PO requisitions into purchase orders, managing order confirmations, maintaining price list databases, and supporting invoice query resolution as well as working closely with site teams and stakeholders to help ensure timely deliveries and smooth supply chain processes, while adhering to KAEFER’s procedures, Delegation of Authority (DOA), and compliance standards.

As our Supply Chain Apprentice, KAEFER are happy to invest in your development and a requirement of this role would be for you to complete a qualification either in Business Admin Level 3 or CIPS L3.

• Transform PO requisitions into Purchase Orders (POs) within the Quick Base system, validating that they are raised correctly and in line with the Delegation of Authority (DOA).
• Follow up on POs to help meet delivery deadlines and add order confirmations into the Quick Base system to keep records up to date.
• Liaise with site teams to inform them about any delivery issues and assist in resolving these.
• Send out Requests for Quotation (RFQs) to suppliers.
• Help resolve invoice queries to support smooth payment processes.
• Manage and maintain the database of price lists, gathering and updating price information as needed.
• Work closely with different teams across the business to build relationships, understand their requirements, and track upcoming projects.
• Support the wider supply chain team and category leads by assisting with tasks such as gathering price information and other administrative duties.
• Assist in ad hoc supply chain projects and process improvement initiatives as required
• Ensure all administrative activities comply with KAEFER procedures and standards

Skills & Experience

• Strong organisational and administrative skills
• Good attention to detail and accuracy in data handling
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Strong willingness to learn and develop within a professional supply chain environment
• Ability to work collaboratively and supportively in a team
• Interest in supply chain, procurement, and operational support

Personal Attributes

• Enthusiasm and motivation to learn
• Reliability, proactivity, and accountability
• Methodical and organised in approach to work
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal
• Commitment to safety, compliance, and ethical practices

Our mission is clear: to be the most reliable and efficient provider of technical industrial services.

KAEFER UK & Ireland provides a large and growing range of industries with asset integrity services including access solutions, insulation, surface protection, HVAC fabrication, EC&I and more. We focus on improving energy efficiency and extending asset life cycles. We have twelve operating centres across the UK and Ireland, employing approximately 3,500 highly skilled and experienced people. Our people are our lifeforce and every day they deliver excellence to our customers.

KAEFER UK & Ireland is part of the KAEFER Group, a global €2.3 billion business with its headquarters in Bremen, Germany. KAEFER works on more than 5,500 job-sites internationally, with around 33,000 employees. With unrivalled experience and expertise, our teams provide trusted partnerships and tailored support to execute even the most challenging and complex projects for clients.

We take pride in being part of a global company, with common values and many diverse and individual voices. You can ‘count on us’ to make positive contributions in the communities where we live and work.

Location Address: KAEFER UK & Ireland, Liveworks Building, 55-57 Quayside, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 3DE
, United Kingdom