Commercial Officer (Career Graded)

College or university is not for everyone; some can't wait to get their career started. There is an alternative which sees you earning and learning at the same time. Get your career off to an early start; gaining recognised qualifications and a salary at the same time.
At Powys County Council we've created a new career pathway that will allow you to start a rewarding career right now. Our new Career Graded Trainee Programme guarantees you a permanent position after the training is completed (subject to satisfactory completion of this initial period).
We presently have an exciting opportunity within the Procurement team for Commercial OfficerCareer Graded Apprenticeship. The successful individual should already hold a relevant A level standard of education or equivalent and will receive an opportunity to study towards a nationally recognised qualification, CIPS Level 4 Diploma in Procurement and Supply, as well as receiving a fantastic grounding in the profession and an understanding of how we operate, this could be a springboard into a number of exciting opportunities in the future.
We're looking for a bright, ambitious and enthusiastic individual with an appetite for learning and who love working as part of team. You'll need a good academic track record, excellent organisational skills, demonstrate a technical aptitude and have great communication skills. So if this sounds like you, and you can rise to the challenge, please visit our Powys County Council jobs website http://www.powys.gov.uk/en/jobs-training/ and complete our on-line application.
Should you successfully meet the requirements of the appointment over the Career Graded training period, you will take up the permanent position on full pay.
What will you be paid?
1st year apprentice: 85% of the normal salary for the position, based on the bottom point of the job evaluated scale, subject to real Living Wage provisions; - £23,632
2nd year apprentice: 95% of the normal salary for the position, based on the bottom point of the job evaluated scale, subject real Living Wage provisions; - £26,412
On achieving the qualification, you will be paid on a pay scale currently ranging between £27,803 to £29,777 (Grade 7, SCP15 -19).
If you want to discuss these opportunities or learn more, then feel free to get in touch with Wayne Welsby, wayne.welsby@powys.gov.uk