Summary The apprentice will support all aspects of the commercial functions within the business. You will assist with ensuring an efficient and effective service is provided in meeting supplier and customer requirements and in dealing with the supply chain. Wage £15,704 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices Check minimum wage rates (opens in new tab) Training course Business administrator (level 3) Hours Monday - Friday. 40 hours a week Start date Monday 4 August 2025 Duration 1 year 6 months Positions available 1 Work Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience. What you'll do at work Support the procurement and sales activities of existing and new suppliers and customers. Liaising with suppliers, customers and distribution partners to procure products for customer programmes on a timely and cost-efficient basis. Deal with queries arising from arrivals with service providers, customers and suppliers. Update purchase orders with accurate information relating to quantities, QC reports, charges etc. It is important that you interface with all stakeholders within the supply chain, including Buyers, Account Managers, Technical Managers, and Sales Administrators. The job description is not exhaustive and the job holder will be expected to carry out any other reasonable duties as required by the company. Where you'll work 1 GOODISON ROAD LINCS GATEWAY BUSINESS PARK SPALDING PE12 6FY Training Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills. College or training organisation BOSTON COLLEGE Your training course Business administrator (level 3) Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab) What you'll learn Course contents Skilled in the use of multiple IT packages and systems relevant to the organisation in order to: write letters or emails, create proposals, perform financial processes, record and analyse data. Examples include MS Office or equivalent packages. Able to choose the most appropriate IT solution to suit the business problem. Able to update and review databases, record information and produce data analysis where required. Produces accurate records and documents including: emails, letters, files, payments, reports and proposals. Makes recommendations for improvements and present solutions to management. Drafts correspondence, writes reports and able to review others' work. Maintains records and files, handles confidential information in compliance with the organisation's procedures. Coaches others in the processes required to complete these tasks. Exercises proactivity and good judgement. Makes effective decisions based on sound reasoning and is able to deal with challenges in a mature way. Seeks advice of more experienced team members when appropriate. Builds and maintains positive relationships within their own team and across the organisation. Demonstrates ability to influence and challenge appropriately. Becomes a role model to peers and team members, developing coaching skills as they gain area knowledge. Demonstrates good communication skills, whether face-to-face, on the telephone, in writing or on digital platforms. Uses the most appropriate channels to communicate effectively. Demonstrates agility and confidence in communications, carrying authority appropriately. Understands and applies social media solutions appropriately. Answers questions from inside and outside of the organisation, representing the organisation or department. Completes tasks to a high standard. Demonstrates the necessary level of expertise required to complete tasks and applies themself to continuously improve their work. Is able to review processes autonomously and make suggestions for improvements. Shares administrative best-practice across the organisation e.g. coaches others to perform tasks correctly. Applies problem-solving skills to resolve challenging or complex complaints and is a key point of contact for addressing issues. Takes responsibility for initiating and completing tasks, manages priorities and time in order to successfully meet deadlines. Positively manages the expectations of colleagues at all levels and sets a positive example for others in the workplace. Makes suggestions for improvements to working practice, showing understanding of implications beyond the immediate environment (e.g. impact on clients, suppliers, other parts of the organisation). Manages resources e.g. equipment or facilities. Organises meetings and events, takes minutes during meetings and creates action logs as appropriate. Takes responsibility for logistics e.g. travel and accommodation. Uses relevant project management principles and tools to scope, plan, monitor and report. Plans required resources to successfully deliver projects. Undertakes and leads projects as and when required. Your training plan The Business Administrator Apprenticeship will take you 18 months to complete. You will attend College at least twice a month where you will receive one-to-one support from your assessor and functional skills tutors. Requirements Essential qualifications GCSE in: English (grade 4) Four GCSE's including English and Maths. (grade 4 and above) Maths (grade 4) Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know. Skills Communication skills IT skills Attention to detail Organisation skills Customer care skills Problem solving skills Administrative skills Number skills Logical Team working Initiative About this company Davis Worldwide is a highly regarded importer and exporter of fruit and vegetables. Since our formation in 1999 we have established a solid reputation in the world of fresh produce with our ability to satisfy our customers’ requirements. Each year we increase the range of products sourced from existing and new regions. Our expertise and experience means we are big enough to procure all of our customers fresh produce, yet small enough to care for our client's specific needs on an individual basis; an ethic that has been fundamental within our company since the beginning. https://www.davisworldwide.nl/ (opens in new tab) After this apprenticeship Fantastic future job opportunities if as a candidate you show that you have the necessary drive, ambition and a willingness to work as part of a flexible team. Ask a question The contact for this apprenticeship is: BOSTON COLLEGE Luke lukegosling@davisworldwide.co.uk The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000328034.