Phoenix Steel is a well-established steel supplier who are now looking to recruit a Business Admin Apprentice to join the team. The apprentice will support with day-to-day business operations, including communication, record keeping, scheduling, customer service, and the use of business systems and software.
Annual Wage
£17,238 a year
Location
South Shields, NE34 9PB
Working Week
Monday – Thursday 8am-5pm, Friday 8am-4pm. 39 hours a week
Expected Duration
28 Months
Possible Start Date
09/02/2026
Apprenticeship Level
Advanced Level 3 (A Level)
Steel Stockholders since 1994, Phoenix Steel has successfully operated a ‘One Stop’ service. We are a company set up to supply any steel user who is looking for a quick and reliable service at competitive rates.
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff. Your apprenticeship training will be a fully work-based learning programme across 12 months. Upon completion of your apprenticeship, you will achieve a Level 3 qualification as a Business Administrator.
Monitor and manage stock levels using Sage 200 to ensure optimal stock control.
Conduct regular stock checks to reconcile physical stock with Sage 200 records.
Implement and maintain efficient stock rotation practices.
Use Microsoft Excel to manage and monitor stock levels effectively.
Communicate effectively with suppliers to resolve any discrepancies in delivered stock.
Generate, review, and update purchase orders within Sage 200 to ensure alignment with written purchase order books.
Collaborate with sales team members to gather information on suppliers and prices, as needed.
Liaise with the sales team to clarify any discrepancies or special requirements in orders.
Work with factory colleagues to explore stock options that align with the specific needs of customers.
Collaborate with the transport executive to ensure timely processing of orders in a fast-paced environment.
Ensure that the certification aligns accurately with the details provided in the delivery notes received from suppliers.
Verify that the accurate certification accompanies the appropriate stock sizes scheduled for delivery to customers.
Communicate with customers and provide certification as and when required.
Greet office visitors, answer and direct phone calls to sales representatives.
Perform a variety of administrative duties, such as generating spreadsheets, invoices, delivery notes, and organising official documents daily.
Update spreadsheets.
Use Microsoft Teams and work alongside all staff.
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