Procurement
Modern Apprenticeship
Description
This is a fantastic way into the sector for those with little or no experience in procurement.
A Procurement Modern Apprenticeship can also be used to upskill existing employees. For example, it's perfect if an employee works in a role such as:
administrator
assistant buyer
assistant contract officer
contract analyst
stock or inventory controller
Apprenticeship framework(s)
Your employee will study for a Modern Apprenticeship at SCQF Level 6.
Select SCQF Level 6 to view the framework document and qualification(s) at that level.
SCQF Level 6
Procurement at SCQF Level 6
Download Modern Apprenticeship - Procurement SCQF Level 6 framework document
Entry requirements
Candidates must have at least one of the following:
National 5 Skills for Work
SCQF Level 5 Supply Chain Management
SCQF Level 5 Warehousing and Storage
experience of working in supply chain management and/or procurement
Progression and development
After completing this Modern Apprenticeship, your employees will have the skills they need to work in roles such as:
administrator
assistant buyer
assistant contract officer
contract analyst
stock/inventory controller/planner
An employee could also progress to a Modern Apprenticeship in Supply Chain Management at SCQF Level 8. There are a range of other professional qualifications, including:
a relevant Higher National Certificate (HNC) or Higher National Diploma (HND)
CIPS Diploma in procurement and supply
degrees and postgraduate courses
graduate recruitment schemes
How does it work?
Apprentices will learn in a real-world environment and earn a wage. They’ll also study with a college or other learning provider.
Cost and funding
We contribute towards training costs
We do this by paying the learning provider throughout the apprenticeship.
The training contribution calculator will show you our funding contribution for this framework.
An enhanced funding contribution is paid for employees aged 16 to 19. For those who are disabled and care-experienced, this is extended up to and including age 29.
Speak to a range of learning providers to find the best deal and agree on a flexible approach to meet your business needs.
Who pays the apprentice?
Like any other employee of your business, you’ll pay the Modern Apprentice's wages. This is not set by SDS, but we encourage all employers to pay the Living Wage.
Remember, you must pay at least the National Minimum Wage.
How long will it take?
This Modern Apprenticeship will take between 12 and 24 months to complete.
Need information or advice?
Call our advisors to find out more about Modern Apprenticeships.
0800 783 6000