Graduate Commercial Analyst-Procurement & Supply Chain

The Talent & Retention Co.; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A talent acquisition firm in Stoke-on-Trent is seeking a Graduate Commercial Analyst for a structured 2-year programme. You will work across procurement and supply chain operations, gaining hands-on experience. Ideal candidates are recent graduates with strong analytical and communication skills. This role offers mentoring and clear development pathways in a growing field.

Benefits

Hands-on mentoring

Career development support

Contribution to meaningful projects

Clear career pathways

Qualifications

• Recent graduate in a relevant field.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Proactive problem-solving mindset.

Responsibilities

• Support the Buyer & Procurement Administrator with daily tasks.
• Rotate across Purchasing, Subcontractor Management, Logistics & Supplier Relationships.
• Learn about sourcing, negotiation, and supplier management.
• Understand project flow from order to delivery.
• Develop knowledge of logistics, import/export & incoterms.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving mindset

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Business, Economics, Supply Chain, or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Overview

Graduate Commercial Analyst (Procurement & Supply Chain) 2-Year Programme

Location: Stoke-on-Trent

Salary: £26,000

Hours: Mon-Thurs 7am-4pm, Fri 7am-3pm

Kickstart your career in commercial management! We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Graduate Commercial Analyst to join our structured 2-year programme, designed to give you hands-on experience across procurement, supply chain, logistics, and supplier management.

You'll gain real responsibility from day one, with mentoring and clear development pathways to set you up for a long-term career in commercial operations.

What You'll Be Doing

• Supporting the Buyer & Procurement Administrator with day-to-day tasks
• Rotating across Purchasing, Subcontractor Management, Logistics & Supplier Relationships
• Learning about sourcing, negotiation, and supplier management
• Understanding project flow from order to delivery
• Developing knowledge of UK & international logistics, import/export & incoterms

What We're Looking For

• A recent graduate in Business, Economics, Supply Chain, Finance or related field
• Strong analytical & numerical skills
• Excellent communication and relationship-building ability
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Confident using Microsoft Office or Google Workspace
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset and eagerness to learn

What's in it for you?

• A structured 2-year graduate programme covering all areas of commercial operations
• Hands-on mentoring and career development support
• The chance to contribute to meaningful projects with real business impact
• Clear career pathways into procurement, supply chain, or commercial management
• Ready to build a career in commercial operations? Apply today and take the first step toward your future.