Procurement Apprentice - Level 3 Business Admin and Level 4

location: templecombe, united kingdom. Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the uk, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the uk with our products and services.

start date: 6 september 2027

salary: gbp
24,000 per annum

employee type: permanent

location: templecombe

working schedule: monday - friday, 37 hours a week (8 hours monday - thursday, 5 hours friday)

transform your curiosity into a rewarding career. If you're passionate about procurement and supply chain, interested in developing skills in negotiation and supplier relationship management, and eager to learn, this apprenticeship is perfect for you. Combining academic study with hands‑on, practical experience, it offers a fantastic opportunity to grow and thrive. We'd love to hear from you!

• earn a salary while studying for your apprenticeship
• gain hands‑on experience in a real‑life working environment
• receive job‑specific training and development
• achieve a recognised procurement qualification
• secure a permanent role from the start of your apprenticeship

• tuition fees for the approved training providers are fully covered

as a procurement apprentice, you will become a valued member of our uk centralised procurement team, working at the very heart of supply chain operations.

your responsibilities may include:

• hands‑on experience in tactical buying and procurement
• opportunity to support cost‑saving initiatives and efficient purchasing decisions
• exposure to supplier management and maintaining positive supplier relationships
• training in core procurement processes and procedures
• experience in purchase order creation and management
• developing customer service skills by supporting internal stakeholders
• building confidence in problem‑solving within supply chain operations
• experience in contract administration and the basics of procurement law
• collaboration with a centralised uk team on supply chain activities
• support in developing skills in responsible and sustainable procurement
• introduction to risk identification and management in the procurement context
• real prospects for growth and development within the procurement profession

throughout your apprenticeship, you will develop knowledge and skills in:

• tactical buying, negotiation, and supplier relationship management to ensure value and compliance for the business
• learn to create and manage purchase orders efficiently
• solve day‑to‑day supply chain challenges
• deliver excellent service to internal customers
• work closely with colleagues across functions to collaborate effectively
• develop skills in contract administration and risk awareness
• promote ethical and sustainable procurement practices
• acquire practical experience and build a strong foundation for a career in procurement
• access opportunities for progression and professional growth within the procurement profession

you will study towards a level 3 business administration apprenticeship, before progressing onto a leve l 4 procurement and supply apprenticeship with the apprentice academy.

the programme is delivered through a virtual delivery model, combining:

• live taught lessons
• online learning resources
• self‑directed learning activities

as a procurement apprentice you will enrol onto a 3‑year programme, which will include two parts:

• complete a level 3 in business…