Procurement Apprentice Modern Apprenticeship in Procurement; SCQF Level 6

overview

location : glasgow united kingdom

in fast changing markets customers worldwide rely on thales. Thales is a business where brilliant people from all over the world come together to share ideas and inspire each aerospace transportation defence security and space our architects design innovative solutions that make our tomorrows possible.

together we offer fantastic opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their career with us. At thales uk we research develop and supply technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better and keep us safer. We innovate across the major industries of aerospace defence security and space. Your health and well-being matters to us and thats why we offer you the flexibility to do whats important to you;

whether thats part time hours job sharing home working or the ability to flex your start and finish times. Where possible we support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions.

2026 procurement apprentice modern apprenticeship in procurement (scqf level
6)

start date : 07 september 2026

salary : 24000 per annum

employee type : permanent

location : glasgow

working schedule : 37 hours a week monday thursday 8 hours a day friday 5 hours

• practical learning and hands-on experience in tactical buying and procurement
• opportunity to support cost-saving initiatives and efficient purchasing decisions
• exposure to supplier management and maintaining positive supplier relationships
• training in core procurement processes and procedures
• experience in purchase order creation and management
• developing customer service skills by supporting internal stakeholders
• building confidence in problem-solving within supply chain operations
• experience in contract administration and the basics of procurement law
• collaboration with a centralised uk team on supply chain activities
• support in developing skills in responsible and sustainable procurement
• introduction to risk identification and management in the procurement context
• real prospects for growth and development within the procurement profession

as an apprentice tactical buyer you will become a valued member of our uk centralised procurement team working at the very heart of supply chain operations. You will gain essential experience in tactical buying negotiation and supplier relationship management helping to ensure value and compliance for the business. Youll learn to create and manage purchase orders solve day-to-day supply chain challenges and deliver excellent service to internal customers.

Working closely with colleagues across functions youll also develop your skills in contract administration and risk awareness all while learning to promote ethical and sustainable procurement. This role offers practical experience and a strong foundation to build your career and progress in the procurement profession.

as a procurement apprentice you will enrol onto a modern apprenticeship in procurement at city of glasgow college. Delivered over 2 years your learning will take place in the workplace in the first year with some on campus delivery in the second year to complete the cips modules. Upon completion of the apprenticeship you will have achieved a cips level 2 qualification.

Those with the required aptitude and commitment will be supported to progress onto the cips level 4 procurement diploma.

you will be based in our centralised procurement team in the uk working alongside experienced professionals. Throughout the programme you will receive on-the-job training coaching and support to develop your capabilities as a tactical buyer. Thales will support your professional qualifications as part of your development and youll have access to a range of learning and development resources.

• 2 highers (or equivalent qualifications) at grade c or above
• 5 national 5s (a-c) including english and maths
• need to be a resident in scotland on or before 1 august 2026 and for the duration of the programme

• 201 hours annual leave (plus a company day and bank holidays)
• company pension
• health care cash plan
• life insurance
• discount portal
• performance-related pay uplifts
• 80 hours volunteering (first two years)

please note assessment centres for shortlisted candidates will be held between february - may 2026. Induction week for all graduates and apprentices will take place from monday 7 september - friday 11 september 2026.

closing date : our applications will close m on thursday 12 february 2026 this is the only time we will be accepting applications this year. Please note we will be in contact by the end of february 2026 with details of next steps.

please note that roles may close earlier than the advertised deadline if we receive a high numer of applications. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid missing out on this opportunity.

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