Business Administrator Apprentice

Introduction

Join Datalink Electronics as a Business Admin Apprentice & gain hands-on experience supporting sales, purchasing & admin functions.You'll work as part of a friendly & experienced commercial team, developing valuable business skills while contributing to the day- to-day operations of a growing electronics manufacturing company.

About the Employer

Datalink Electronics is a UK-based electronics manufacturing company specialising in the design, manufacture and supply of high-quality electronic and electro-mechanical solutions for customers across a range of industries.

As a growing business, we pride ourselves on quality, innovation and customer service. Our team works collaboratively to deliver bespoke solutions, and we're committed to investing in people by developing the next generation of skilled professionals through apprenticeships. Apprentices joining Datalink Electronics will receive hands-on training, support from experienced colleagues and the opportunity to build a rewarding long-term career.

This is an excellent opportunity to start a career in business with a growing electronics manufacturer. You'll gain practical experience across sales, purchasing and business administration while studying towards a nationally recognised Level 3 Business Administrator qualification.

You'll receive on-the-job training, support from experienced colleagues and the opportunity to develop a broad range of commercial skills.

What You'll Do

An average day could include:

• Supporting the sales team by preparing quotations, processing customer orders and responding to customer enquiries
• Assisting the purchasing team by raising purchase orders, communicating with suppliers and monitoring delivery schedules
• Maintaining accurate customer, supplier and product information within the company's ERP system
• Providing general administrative support, including filing, document control and preparing reports
• Communicating with customers, suppliers and colleagues via email and telephone
• Supporting stock enquiries, order progress updates and continuous improvement projects

Training Outcome

Successful completion of the apprenticeship could lead to a permanent position and future career progression within Datalink Electronics.

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Team working
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Patience

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE - English - Grade 4 or equivalent
• Essential - GCSE - Maths - Grade 4 or equivalent

Course Information

Course: Business administrator (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Business and administration

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday to Thursday: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm (8-hours worked per day) Friday: 8:00 am - 2:00 pm (5.5-hours worked), 30-mins lunch.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months

Training Provider: LEICESTER COLLEGE

This employer is part of the Disability Confident scheme, committed to employing disabled people.