Buying Assistant / Business Administration Apprentice

Company:

Blocc LimitedBlocc Limited

Address:

Galtons Mill Galtons Lane ,Stourbridge ,DY9 9TS

Hours per week: 37.5

Salary: £ 15392 peryear

Working week: Monday to Friday

Closing Date: 20/07/2026 12:00 am

Description:

Blocc Interiors is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Buying Assistant Apprentice to support our procurement function. This is an excellent opportunity for someone at the start of their career to gain hands-on experience in purchasing, supplier coordination, and project support within a fast-paced, design-led interiors business.

Working closely with the buying, sales, and operations teams, you will play a key role in sourcing and ordering a wide range of interior products, including fabrics, cushions, and furnishings, ensuring materials are delivered accurately and on time for projects. This is a highly administrative role, ideal for someone who enjoys organisation, accuracy, and working with data, with an interest in interiors.

Key Responsibilities

Purchasing & Order Management
Assist in raising and processing purchase orders accurately
Support the buying team in sourcing interior products, including fabrics, cushions, and soft furnishings
Obtain supplier quotes, lead times, and product details for a range of materials
Ensure all order details are correct, including pricing, quantities, and specifications
Track orders and update internal systems with accurate information
Monitor delivery schedules and flag any delays or issues

Supplier Coordination

Liaise with suppliers to obtain product information, samples, and availability
Build and maintain professional relationships with suppliers
Follow up on outstanding orders and resolve queries promptly
Support maintaining up-to-date supplier records

Administrative Support

Maintain accurate purchasing records, files, and documentation
Ensure all data is correctly stored and kept up to date in shared systems
Assist with data entry, reporting, and document preparation
Support inventory tracking and stock control where required

Project & Team Support

Work closely with internal teams to ensure purchasing aligns with project timelines
Assist in coordinating deliveries of fabrics, furnishings, and materials to site
Support the team with ad hoc administrative and coordination tasks

What You’ll Gain

Hands-on experience in buying and procurement within an interiors business
Exposure to sourcing fabrics, furnishings, and materials for live projects
Ongoing training and support through your apprenticeship programme
Development of key administrative, commercial, and organisational skills
Opportunity for progression within the business

Closing Statement

If you are looking to start your career in a fast-paced interiors business where you can develop practical skills in buying and procurement, we would love to hear from you.

Requirements:

What We’re Looking For

Essential

Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Good communication skills, both written and verbal
A proactive attitude and willingness to learn
Basic IT skills, including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Ability to manage time effectively and follow processes
A grade C/4 or higher in GCSE Maths and English

Desirable

Interest in buying, procurement, or supply chain
Interest in interiors, fabrics, or design
Awareness of materials, finishes, or furnishings (not essential but beneficial)

Personal Attributes

Highly organised and detail-focused
Reliable, punctual, and professional
Enthusiastic and eager to learn
Comfortable working as part of a team
Takes pride in accuracy and completing tasks to a high standard

Skills required:

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills,

Training to be provided:

Things to consider:

Business Administration Level 3 Standard

Apprentices learn the skills they need on the job with the guidance of a development coach who is an expert from industry. You will finish your apprenticeship with a recognised qualification, valuable industry experience, money, and substantial opportunities for promotion.

Training is a blended learning delivery model: online learning, classroom sessions, work-based training, independent research, workplace projects, one-to-one support and training. Your training will include:

Information Technology

Record Document Production

Stakeholders and Stakeholder Management

Policies

Business Fundamentals

Planning and Organisation

Relevant Regulation

Processes

Effective Project Management

Managing Performance

For a full overview of the business administrator standard please click on the following link: https://creativealliance.org.uk/apprenticeships/business-administrator-level-3/

Future prospects:

Potential for full time employment upon successful completion of the apprenticeship

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