Dowty Business Apprentice - Sourcing Gloucester, England
Job description
Job Description Summary
During this two-year Higher Apprenticeship, you will be responsible for researching, sourcing, buying, and delivering every component and consumable that goes onto our products or supports our MRO facilities around the world. Moreover, this must all be delivered at the right time, for the right cost and to the right quality standards.Job Description
Dowty Propellers is a world leader in the design, development, manufacture and support of electronically controlled, all-composite aircraft propeller systems. We provide solutions for the propulsion needs of today and tomorrow and the supporting supply chain is both global and diverse.
As a Procurement and Supply Chain Higher Apprentice your role can extend to a huge range of related commercial activity such as influencing policy, financial analysis, engaging in contract law, and developing strategy to deliver services.
This scheme will lead to a Commercial Procurement and Supply Chain (level 4) diploma. Achieving this apprenticeship will enable you to use your breadth and depth of experience to position yourself as a fully effective commercially skilled individual in procurement and supply. We will also provide you with on the job training and GE corporate training focusing on your soft skills.
During this three-year Higher Apprenticeship, you will be responsible for researching, sourcing, buying, and delivering every component and consumable that goes onto our products or supports our MRO facilities around the world. Moreover, this must all be delivered at the right time, for the right cost and to the right quality standards.
Come and join us in our new purpose-built factory at Gloucester Business Park. To find out more about Dowty Propellers go to www.dowty.com.
Role Summary/Purpose
The purpose of this role is to support the Commodity Leaders and other members of the team with sourcing and procurement activities, liaising with other business functions on supplier queries, leading continuous improvement project initiatives and supporting system data housekeeping routines.
Qualifications/Requirements
4 GCSE’s (or equivalent) at grades C/4 or above
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
Good team player
Well-developed written and verbal communication skills
Good problem-solving skills
Good time management
Desired Characteristics
We’re looking for enthusiastic people who are keen to learn and give an Apprenticeship opportunity their all. You don’t need to know everything about your chosen area of work – we’ll train you and give you the qualifications you need to progress in a career in your chosen field. We only ask that you demonstrate interest, passion and commitment to what you want to do
Other desired characteristics include:
Business and commercial awarenessIntegrity
Ability to deal effectively with demanding situations
At GE Aviation, developing people is embedded in our culture and integral to our growth. Here you’ll work collaboratively and cross-functionally with the highest caliber talent, utilizing cutting-edge technology and processes. If you’re passionate about generating advances in aviation to solve some of the world’s toughest problems and are looking for a career rich with challenges and unlimited opportunities for growth and advancement, then join GE Aviation as we rise to the challenge of building a world that works.
Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance: BPSS
Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
