Buying & Procurement Apprenticeship - Dumbarton

We’re Aggreko  

We provide energy solutions to help businesses grow and communities thrive. We work as a team and we’re proud of the difference we make to customers, to local communities, and towards a sustainable future for the world. 

Aggreko in Europe 

Across Europe, we electrify events from Glastonbury to Hellfest, the Ryder Cup to the Commonwealth Games. And we're helping customers to reduce their environmental impact too, using solar energy and batteries and swapping out diesel for biofuel. 

We’re a team of 6,000 specialists, from all corners of the globe. And lots of us began our careers as an apprentice here in Dumbarton. 

Our Buying & Procurement Apprenticeship 

Over four years, you’ll follow an apprentice programme that will lead you to achieving at least a Level 4 Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) award.  

What you’ll do: 

As a Procurement Apprentice, you’ll learn the skills needed to support the sourcing and management of direct and indirect materials, services, and capital equipment essential to our business operations. Under the guidance of experienced professionals, you’ll: 

• Develop skills in managing purchase orders, ensuring efficient prioritization, accurate documentation, and timely, cost-effective procurement to meet business needs. 

• Learn how to monitor and review contracts, agreements, pricing, and supplier performance to identify opportunities for cost reduction, rationalization, and consolidation within specific spend categories. 

• Build expertise in inventory management by analyzing stock levels, including slow-moving, non-moving, and low-stock items, to optimize inventory processes. 

• Support buyers in coordinating the timely delivery of goods, materials, and services, ensuring adherence to quality standards and agreed terms with suppliers. 

• Gain experience in tracking purchase orders and material/service release orders, communicating with suppliers to confirm or adjust delivery schedules as required. 

• Develop proficiency in using procurement databases, maintaining up-to-date order information, updating delivery dates, and generating reports to support decision-making. 

This apprenticeship provides a fantastic opportunity to learn and grow within a supportive environment, equipping you with the skills and knowledge to succeed in a career in procurement and supply chain management. 

Location: You’ll be based at our Lomondgate facility (G82 3RG)  

Starting Salary: £17,500

Why join us as an apprentice?   

• Our programme is designed to give you a wide variety of professional experiences. You’ll work in an Aggreko depot and client sites, with opportunities to also support at world-class events. 

• Although we're sixty years old, it doesn't feel like it when you work here. You can expect the professionalism and high standards of a larger company – yet you won’t be pigeon-holed into a narrow role.  

• The sense of teamwork is unique – ‘together’ is one of our core values – and we make sure people feel welcome and included, so they can be themselves at work.  

What’s Next After Your Apprenticeship?  

Upon completing your apprenticeship, you’ll have the opportunity to work at our Lomondgate facility or explore roles at one of our other national or international locations. 

What we’re looking for:  

• Qualifications: A minimum of four National 5s at grade C or above, including English and Maths. 

• Motivation and Ambition: A strong desire to learn, grow, and build a successful career with us. 

• Interest in Buying and Procurement: A genuine curiosity about how procurement and purchasing drive the success of a global business. 

• Skills and Attributes: Excellent communication, keen attention to detail, and a proactive problem-solving mindset. 

• Teamwork: A collaborative approach, with a willingness to work closely with colleagues and develop strong relationships with suppliers and stakeholders. 

Bring your energy, Grow your career.