Level 4 Procurement and Supply Practitioner Apprenticeship
This apprenticeship is great for those with some procurement experience, knowledge of a related field, or a related qualification.
Our Level 4 procurement apprenticeship students join our CIPS Level 4 day course for the Knowledge Element of the apprenticeship.
Formerly the Commercial Procurement and Supply Chain Apprenticeship.
Why should I do a Level 4 Procurement Qualification?
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CIPS Level 4 Qualification
All of the resources, support, and great tutors of our CIPS level 4 course make up part of your apprenticeship.
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Your Own Skills Coach
You will have your own experienced Skills Coach from start to finish. All our coaches know CIPS inside and out and will help you the whole way through.
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End Point Assessment Mentor
You’ll get extra support from an End Point Assessment Mentor to get you ready for the last leg of your apprenticeship, to guide you ove the finish line.
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Use the Government Levy
Improve your knowledge and skills, get qualified, and don’t break the bank. Fund the whole qualification with the apprenticeship levy.
Level 4 Procurement and Supply Practitioner Apprenticeship
Including CIPS Level 4 Qualification
Who is the CIPS Level 4 programme for?
This apprenticeship is designed for employees who work within a procurement and supply chain function who have lots of scope within their role to include: supplier selection/negotiation, benchmarking, budget management, bid evaluation, contract award and supplier reviews.
How long is the Level 4 procurement and supply apprenticeship?
Up to 18 months.
Programme Overview
This programme is delivered online or in person
It includes the CIPS Level 4 Diploma in Procurement and Supply Chain
Learners receive one-to-one support with their own coach.
Learners receive Profex study guides and have full access to ABA online resources
What will you learn?
The principles of procurement & supply
Understanding and defining business needs
Understanding the key steps to successful sourcing
Understanding supply chain risks
Ethical and responsible sourcing
How to prepare for effective negotiations
How to manage suppliers, contracts & relationships
Understanding category management
Costs and funding
Apprenticeship cost: £10,000
Employers paying the apprenticeship levy can use their funds to pay for this programme. Smaller organisations with an annual payroll bill of less than £3 million per year, will need to contribute 5% towards the cost of this programme. The rest will be paid for by the UK government.
ABA are a main provider for Procurement Apprenticeships, and also provide the CIPS qualification on behalf of Colchester Institue.
FAQs
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Apprentices can be anyone 16+, but don’t be fooled by the name! It’s not just a course for people new into the sector; we have apprentices of all ages studying with us.
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Yes.
If you have a turn over of £3M+ then the training funds are covered by your digital account.
If your turnover is under this then you will still only be required to contribute just 5% of the training fees.
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Yes. Apprenticeships have changed and are no longer for entry level employees - they emphasize quality, knowledge, and practical skills for both existing and new staff.
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Apprentices must to spend 6 hours of their working week ‘off-the-job’, but this doesn’t mean they have to away from work.
Apprentices are simply required to be doing something which is not considered part of their usual role. This includes helping with projects, learning from others, and attending meetings. It also includes everything you do for your CIPS study.
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First, get in touch with us, and we’ll set up a time for a chat to make sure that you know everything you need to, and that you’re chooseing the best level for you.
Then, you need to fill out some forms with your line manager.
Then it’s on to studying!