About the Role
This apprenticeship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands on experience in procurement and supply chain management, while developing strong data analysis and commercial skills within a complex operational environment.
Working closely with experienced Category Managers and procurement professionals, you will support strategic sourcing activities, supplier management, contract oversight, and procurement data analysis across a range of spend categories. This role is ideal for someone with a strong interest in data, commercial decision making, and continuous improvement, who is keen to learn in a fast paced, professional setting.
This will be a Level 4 apprenticeship and will be starting in September 2026 for a duration of 24 months plus end point assessment.
Key Responsibilities
Procurement & Category Support
- Support sourcing activities through supplier research, market analysis, and data gathering
- Assist with the preparation of tender documentation, including specifications, evaluation criteria, and draft contracts
- Maintain accurate procurement records and ensure documentation is up to date
- Monitor supplier performance and gather stakeholder feedback
- Attend supplier meetings, taking notes and tracking follow up actions
- Track contract timelines, renewals, and compliance requirements
- Support invoice reconciliation and resolve basic supplier or finance queries
- Contribute to sustainability, ESG, and value for money initiatives within procurement decisions
Data, Reporting & Insights
- Use procurement systems and e-tendering platforms to input data and generate reports
- Assist in developing dashboards, reports, and KPIs for procurement and finance stakeholders
- Clean, validate, and maintain procurement datasets from multiple sources
- Identify cost saving opportunities through data analysis and benchmarking
- Monitor supplier risks, delivery performance, and compliance metrics
- Assist with automation of recurring reports and improvement of data workflows
- Translate data insights into clear, actionable information that supports decision making and transactional excellence
Collaboration & Professional Development
- Work closely with procurement, finance, and operational teams to align insights with business objectives
- Participate in procurement training sessions, workshops, and team meetings
- Support the ongoing development and improvement of procurement processes, adopting leaner practices where appropriate
About You
Essential
- Minimum of 4 GCSEs (Grade 4 or above) or equivalent, including Maths and English
- A Level 3 qualification in data analysis, economics, or a construction related subject
- Strong interest in data analysis and commercial environments
- Excellent MS Office skills, particularly Excel
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- High attention to detail, with strong analytical and planning skills
Desirable
- Experience in a similar role or apprenticeship
- Full UK driving licence
What We’re Looking For
You will be:
- Committed, enthusiastic, and flexible in your approach
- Able to manage competing priorities and deliver work to deadlines
- A confident communicator and active listener
- Professional, organised, and proactive
- A role model for integrity, respect, and collaboration
- Thrive in a cross functional environment and take pride in contributing to a positive, inclusive workplace
About the Port of Dover
The Port of Dover is a vital international gateway, playing a critical role in UK trade and travel. Guided by our values and behavioural standards, we are committed to safety, sustainability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. As an ambassador for the Port of Dover, you will champion our brand, values, and commitment to excellence in everything you do.
Hours of work: 37.5 per week (Monday – Friday)
Salary: £21,000
Benefits
- 5 weeks annual leave + bank holidays (pro rata)
- Birthday leave
- Generous contributory pension scheme
- Discretionary annual bonus scheme
- Private Health Care
- Life assurance
- Employee assistance programme
- 3rd party discounts
- Cycle to work scheme
- Benefits and reward platform
- Free Parking
- Employee volunteering scheme
All offers of employment are subject to us obtaining satisfactory references covering all education, training, employment and unemployment in the preceding 5 years. A pre-employment medical including a drug and alcohol test will be required. We need to satisfy your Right to Work in the UK.
Please be aware that all employees will be subject to background security checks in order to obtain a Dock Pass.
We value the unique differences that each of our colleagues bring to work every day and are committed to creating an environment where everyone is looking after each other and respected, included and able to perform at their best.
Closing date: 15 May 2026 at 5pm
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