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It's about working with suppliers to source products, ensuring the right stock is available at the right time, negotiating costs, analysing data, and supporting decisions that help a business grow.\nAs a Purchasing Apprentice, you'll gain hands-on experience across purchasing, product management and supply chain operations, learning how products move from initial sourcing and supplier selection through to launch, pricing, stock management and eventual end-of-life planning.\nYou'll work alongside experienced colleagues across Product Management, Sales, Marketing, Finance and Operations, developing valuable commercial skills while completing a professional Procurement Apprenticeship.\nNo previous purchasing experience is required. We're looking for someone with the right attitude, willingness to learn and enthusiasm for building a career.\nIs This Role Right for You?\nThis could be a great opportunity if you:\nAre interested in business, technology, purchasing or supply chains.\nEnjoy working with numbers, data and problem-solving.\nLike planning, organising and keeping things on track.\nAre naturally curious and enjoy learning how things work.\nEnjoy building relationships and communicating with different people.\nWant to develop commercial skills that can lead to a variety of career opportunities.\nAre looking for a role that combines business, technology, analysis and relationship management.\nWhat You'll Be Doing\nAs your knowledge and experience grow, you'll become involved in:\nSupporting the management of technology products and supplier relationships.\nLearning how products are sourced, purchased and brought to market.\nHelping to manage stock levels and ensuring products are available when customers need them.\nAssisting with product launches, pricing updates and product lifecycle activities.\nAnalysing sales, stock and performance data to support business decisions.\nResearching new technologies, products and market trends.\nWorking closely with Sales, Marketing, Finance and Operations teams.\nBuilding relationships with suppliers and technology vendors from around the world.\nLearning how international supply chains operate, including products sourced from global markets.\nWhat We're Looking For\nWe're looking for someone who:\nHas a genuine interest in technology, business or procurement.\nIs eager to learn and develop new skills.\nHas strong attention to detail.\nEnjoys working with numbers and analysing information.\nIs organised and able to manage multiple tasks.\nCommunicates confidently and professionally with others.\nIs proactive, motivated and willing to take ownership of their work.\nHas good Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, Word and Outlook.\nWhile not essential, it would be beneficial if you also have:\nExperience using Microsoft Excel.\nPrevious customer service, retail, administration or office experience.\nAn interest in technology products and how businesses operate.\nExperience working with data, reports or spreadsheets.\nYour Apprenticeship\nAs part of this role, you'll undertake a structured Procurement Apprenticeship designed to develop both your practical workplace experience and professional knowledge.\nYou'll benefit from:\nInteractive online learning delivered by procurement professionals.\nMonthly one-to-one coaching sessions with an experienced industry mentor.\nA recognised procurement qualification.\nExposure to real business projects and commercial decision-making.\nThe opportunity to apply your learning directly within your day-to-day role.\nThe apprenticeship will help you build a strong foundation for future careers in Purchasing, Procurement, Product Management, Supply Chain, Category Management and Commercial roles.\nWhy Join CMS Distribution?\nThis is more than just an apprenticeship.\nYou'll gain real commercial experience from day one while working within a leading technology distributor. You'll be trusted with meaningful responsibilities, supported by experienced professionals and given the opportunity to develop skills that can open doors throughout your career.\nThe technology industry is fast-paced, constantly evolving and full of opportunity. This role will give you exposure to global suppliers, industry-leading brands and the commercial decisions that drive business success.\nBenefits\n22 days' annual leave, increasing with service.\nhalf day off for your birthday\nAnnual Leave Buy Scheme.\nPrivate Medical Insurance.\n5% Employer Pension Contribution.\nLife Assurance.\nEnhanced Company Sick Pay\n.Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave.\nApprenticeships and Professional Qualifications.\nApply Today\nCMS Distribution is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please contact .\nApplications will be reviewed as they are received and we may close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received. Early applications are encouraged.\nCMS believes that a diverse and inclusive workforce enriches and is integral to the success of our company. 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