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Level 4 Procurement & Supply Apprenticeship - Ipswich
Difference makers
Begin your career with WTW where every step is an opportunity. Join a company with global scale and diverse perspective where you can deepen our collective insight, set the bar high and succeed your way.
Whichever early careers program you join, you’ll go into a role with real responsibilities, exposure to supplier assignments and the opportunity to build up valuable experience. With WTW behind you, you’ll learn and develop the skills to succeed in your chosen role.
Where you means all of us
We’re proud of our culture and committed to making a real impact for our clients and colleagues. That’s why we constantly challenge ourselves to grow our inclusive culture and create a place where we’re bolder together. Our inclusion networks help us to live our values and our defined inclusion and diversity commitments improve and measure our progress. For you, this means joining a company where you can bring your whole self to work.
Your future in sharp focus
We leverage the global view and local expertise of our 47,000 colleagues serving 140 countries and markets to transform tomorrows. At WTW, you’ll tackle challenges with the help of a diverse, expert global team and identify strategic solutions that move us – and the world’s most powerful organizations – forward.
The Role
*** Please note that we do not accept multiple applications and you should only select and apply to one programme per year***
Level 4 Procurement and Supply Apprenticeship Programme
Closing Date: 29th February 2024
Location: Ipswich
Start Dates: 2nd September 2024
The Business / Procurement Function
This is an opportunity to work in the Procurement Global Sourcing and Category Management teams supporting the Corporate Procurement line of business which manages all third party supplier spend for goods and services. The team manages the following spend categories for Technology, Real Estate, Professional Services, HR, Outsourcing and Marketing spend in the UK, US, Canada, India, Ireland and France
The successful candidate will support all Supplier Sourcing and Procurement processes, they will have to review supplier proposals and have a good mathematical and commercial approach to spend/value for money. You will be developed to be able to support and sometimes lead supplier discussions, working alongside UK and US Procurement Category Managers in supporting the team to understand supplier proposals and solutions to ensure the business requirements are fully meet, making changes where necessary, and ensuring supplier communications are managed and maintained.
The apprentice will make and recommend supplier proposals and solutions to enable the organisation to achieve its goals whilst meeting commercial and financial budgetary targets. Working with Procurement Category teams to help them understand and improve the effectiveness of the function’s activities. They will also support and communicate with business stakeholders throughout sourcing processes and phases of project lifecycles, from conceptual idea through to supplier selection and contracting to capture Procurement benefits realisation.
Key Duties:
- Undertake Procurement Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) training, with the need for written work to be submitted and exams undertaken.
- Work in the office and remotely, attending either face to face meetings, or teams / conference video calls as required.
- Undertake administrative and organisational tasks to support the completion of sourcing projects
- Use spend management tools and support Procurement category managers in using spend data
- Support and gain an understanding of sourcing processes and teams for RFI/RFP creation and responses, negotiate mid to low value supplier contracts
- Develop a good understanding of contracting processes and contract renewals management as well as basic contract and legal terms
- Support Procurement Category Managers to plan and develop future savings pipeline opportunities.
- Build positive relationships both inside the Procurement team and business functions.
- Understand how procurement savings and benefits are tracked and measured and their impact on the business.
Skills & Attributes
- Analytical skills and a collaborative working style
- Logical approach to following processes
- Confident in dealing with people
- Positive attitude and team contribution
- Relationship building to support the team
- Operate within the WTW values, leading with integrity in all activities
Training & Qualifications
This Apprenticeship is a 24 month programme where you will be provided with on the job training and a highly competitive study support package. You will be fully supported by WTW and our official government approved Training Provider throughout the duration of the programme.
The Requirements:
- 2 A levels grade C and above (or equivalent)
- 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) in any subject at grade A-C (9-4) including Maths
- IT literate and a competent user of Microsoft Office tools especially Word, PowerPoint and Excel
- Excellent communications skills written and verbal
- Client focused
The Application Process
Stage 1: Online application, including CV Stage
Stage 2: Online testing Stage
Stage 3: Video interview – in partnership with the Bright Network, we have created an academy module on “How to Ace your Video Interview”. Click here to sign up and watch it!
Stage 4: Online assessment centre
Stage 5: Offer and on-boarding
About Willis Towers Watson
At WTW, our purpose is to transform tomorrows. We provide data-driven, insight-led solutions in the areas of people, risk and capital to propel the world’s leading businesses forward.
When you join an early careers program at WTW, you’re empowered to develop your skills and make a difference by applying your unique perspective. We fuse our passion, intelligence and imagination to make real impact – confident that behind everyone one of us is all of us.
How to apply
To apply for this role and to find out more, please click on the apply button below.
Please note that applications may close before the application deadline, so apply early to avoid disappointment.
