Buying Support Administrator Apprentice
CarSupermarket.com is looking for a Buying Support Administrator Apprentice to join their growing team in Hull.
This is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience within a busy automotive business, giving you real insight into how vehicle operations work behind the scenes while building valuable skills for your future career. You’ll support the Buying Support team with essential admin tasks that keep vehicles moving efficiently from purchase through to sale.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Buying Support team in the day-to-day running of the department
- Carry out duties in a safe, organised and professional manner
- Follow company policies, processes and standards at all times
- Prioritise administrative tasks to improve efficiency and reduce delays
- Provide support to the Team Leader and wider team when required
- Maintain a positive attitude towards learning and development
- Assist with vehicle stock administration, ensuring records are accurate and up to date
- Support with adding vehicles onto internal systems
- Check and process vehicle documentation, invoices and paperwork accurately
- Chase missing documents and information from suppliers and internal teams
- Maintain accurate vehicle records, including key details and status updates
- Support with data entry, reporting and general administration
- Identify discrepancies or missing information and escalate when needed
- Learn and follow processes for supplier paperwork, stock movements and updates
- Develop an understanding of the automotive retail journey from purchase to sale
- Build confidence using company systems and tools
- Work closely with internal teams including Buying Support, Pricing, Advertising and Stock/Inventory
- Communicate clearly and professionally with colleagues and suppliers
- Provide updates on outstanding paperwork or issues affecting vehicle readiness
- Ask questions and seek guidance when needed
- Build strong working relationships across the business
- Support colleagues with workload and daily administration tasks
- Be open to feedback, coaching and ongoing training
- Contribute positively to team development and share learning
- Show flexibility and willingness to support different areas as skills grow
Skills & Knowledge
- Strong attention to detail
- Organised and able to manage routine tasks effectively
- Willingness to learn and develop
- Positive attitude and strong work ethic
- Confident communicator
- Basic IT skills and confidence using systems
- Team player
Desirable:
- Interest in the automotive industry
- Admin or customer support experience
- Basic Excel or data entry skills
Key Info
Employer: CarSupermarket.com
Location: Hull, HU7
Wage: £7.55 per hour
Job Type: Apprenticeship
Job Category: Business Administrator
About the Employer
This role offers more than just an apprenticeship, it’s a chance to build a long-term career within a successful and growing company.
- You will work in a company with a proven track record of developing apprentices into permanent roles
- Hands-on experience in a busy, real-world environment
- Exposure to key areas of vehicle operations and administration
- Ongoing training and support throughout your apprenticeship
- Genuine long-term career opportunities within the business
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Job Category: Business Administration
Job Type: Apprenticeship
Job Location: Hull | HU7
Cohort: Hull & EY