LEVEL 4
Apprenticeship In Commercial Procurement & Supply Chain
Apprenticeship In Commercial Procurement & Supply Chain
Level 4 Overview
Level 4 Overview
This programme includes the CIPS Level 4 Diploma. The Level 4 Apprenticeship in commercial procurement and supply chain is aimed at investing in and upskilling procurement professionals, to close the skills gap in the supply chain. This apprenticeship enables individuals to build a breadth and depth to their knowledge and bring enhanced value to themselves and their workplace.
Eligibility criteria
Eligibility criteria
Essential Two years’ experience in a business setting or Level 3 Advanced certificate in Procurement and Supply or 2 A Levels or Equivalent
Desirable Work within the Procurement & Supply sector Grade C (4) or above in Maths and English at GCSE ideally as part of five GCSE A-C grades (or other comparable qualifications)
Candidate suitability
Candidate suitability
This apprenticeship is best suited to those working in operational, administrative and buying roles, people who are completely new to their role, and those who are seeking a career within the procurement sector.
Examples of roles within Procurement and Supply: Commercial Support, Commercial Analyst, Sourcing Executive, Procurement Operations Support, Buyer, Assistant Buyer, Commercial Relationship Support
Final assessment
Final assessment
Apprentice will enter the End Point Assessment Gateway when they have successfully passed the CIPS Level 4 Diploma working towards the final work-based project and a panel interview for the Apprenticeship End Point Assessment.
Duration
Duration
Delivered over a 2-year period completing the CIPS Level 4 Diploma apprenticeship in Commercial Procurement and Supply Chain.
L4 Funding
L4 Funding
For companies that pay into the Levy, £9000 is drawn down to cover the cost. Non-levy paying employers will need to contribute 5% of the maximum funding available for the delivery of training and assessment for their apprenticeship.