Supply Chain & Planning Degree Apprentice

Brother Industries (U.K.) Ltd based in Wrexham, North Wales and is one of the award-winning carbon neutral recycling facilities in Europe. We are pleased to announce that we have a vacancy within our SCM Department, an opportunity for an enthusiastic individual to learn and progress through a Supply Chain function.

ABOUT THE ROLE 
The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the Supply Chain Department in the general day to day and monthly operations, whilst also supporting continuous improvement both individually and departmentally.
– Sales Order Management, including registration and liaising with global customers
– Demand Planning / Forecast Management within SAP Systems
– Logistics Support function including Customs Declarations
– Learning & Understanding of all elements of the Supply Chain function (Planning / Logistics / Purchasing)
– Project Work & Continuous Improvement

This position provides the opportunity to further education with a qualification linked to the role / business operations

Responsibilities 
General daily business administration and customer service related to our Supply Chain function. Working in a Timely and accurate manner to ensure smooth running of the department in meeting daily and monthly targets, whilst working within the Supply Chain Management department of a leading Global Business Equipment Manufacturer, assisting with operational projects and tasks as required.

Skills 
– Strong interpersonal and communication skills with people of all levels are essential for this role
– Ability to work effectively to tight deadlines, as part of a team as well as on one’s own initiative
– Good IT skills, proficient with MS Office particularly Excel with the ability to analyse and interrogate data
– Excellent numeracy, written and verbal communication skills

Competencies  
– Attention to detail & ability to handle high volume of data
– Process driven individual to ensure adherence to policies and procedures
– Enthusiastic Individual with a positive attitude towards learning and improvement

WHY JOIN BROTHER INDUSTRIES (U.K.) LTD?  
– Work within the Supply Chain of a market leading manufacturer & circular technology centre
– Continuous development is one of our key core values and as such there are opportunities to learn and develop a wide range of business skills
– Start a career in full time employment whilst retaining the opportunity to gain an accredited Business Qualification

ABOUT YOU 
Experience is not essential for this role and the suitable individual must be enthusiastic, energetic and willing to learn a complex business model from the bottom up. They must be able to understand and appreciate the varied positions of stakeholders within the Global Supply Chain and have the ability to be self-motivated to develop the role through exploring new ideas and creative solutions in a fluid environment.
– A Level qualification or above in business or economics would be an advantage for this role.
– 5 GCSE passes at grade A-C or equivalent, English and Maths are essential
– Knowledge of, or a keen interest to develop a career in Supply Chain & Logistics
– Full UK Driving Licence is desirable.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS 
Working at Brother offers great opportunities and a range of employee benefits
-Work-life balance – approx. 21 Fridays off;

– 5% employer pension and minimum 2% employee pension contribution

– Life Assurance x 4 salary

– CSR community volunteer projects

– Investors in People – silver award

– Opportunities for oversea travel

– Carbon Neutral Factory

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS  
– Salary benchmarking to maintain competitive salaries, with annual salary reviews
-Spring and Winter reward reviews (based on company performance)
– Onsite mental health champions and access to free and confidential 24/7 support
– Discount on gym memberships and dentist corporate rates
– Long service awards
– Free eye test for substantial computer users
– Professional qualifications membership fees paid by the company
– 50% discount on Simply Health healthcare cash plan

Work type
Permanent
Location
Ruabon, Wrexham
Hours of work
Monday to Thursday (08:00-17:15)*
Working Friday (08:00-16:15)
*Non-working Fridays – approx. 21-23 days per year
Annual Leave – You are entitled to 20 days’ paid holiday in each holiday year, or the pro rata equivalent if you work part time.
Due to operational needs 17 days, must be taken during the company shutdown periods. You are also entitled to the usual public holidays in England and Wales or days in lieu where we require employees to work on a public holiday.