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Summary

The apprenticeship is one of the key routes for individuals entering the commercial profession in both the public and private sectors. The apprenticeship typically takes up to 18 months to complete; the end-point assessment, which consists of the Advanced Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations and an interview underpinned by a portfolio of evidence, is typically completed in the last six months. The apprenticeship is graded pass, distinction or fail based on performance in the end-point assessment. The apprenticeship is aligned to professional recognition from the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply; completion of the Advanced Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations is a prerequisite for beginning the end-point assessment. Professional membership is required.

How will I learn?

Advanced Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations, Interview underpinned by a portfolio of evidence

Entry Requirements

Individual employers will identify entry requirements in terms of previous qualifications, training or other criteria. Most candidates will have Level 2 Maths and English.

What can I do next?

Level 4 Commercial Procurement and Supply Apprenticeship

What are my career options?

The broad purpose of the occupation is the process of procurement or buying low value goods and services. Procurement and supply assistants are vital for the smooth functioning of the procurement and supply department in any organisation. They are often responsible for ensuring data is correctly administered and maintained in accordance with legislation of the organisation’s own procedures. They will use their knowledge of procurement regulations/policies to support the wider procurement team in tasks such as quotation and/or tender response evaluation, supplier database maintenance, purchase order review and conversion, and stakeholder liaison