Graduate - Procurement

Successfactors; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Private medical insurance

Holiday purchase

Employee Assistance Programme

On-site parking

Job summary

Essar Energy Transition is seeking a Graduate Procurement Analyst for the Stanlow Manufacturing Complex, Ellesmere Port. This site-based role is full-time, Monday–Friday, starting Autumn 2027 on a 2-year fixed term contract. You will support supplier evaluations, spend analysis, and sustainability initiatives.

You will graduate in Business or Supply Chain (2:1) with strong Excel skills and an interest in supplier management. A structured development plan and CIPS study support are provided.

Qualifications

• Graduate in Business or Supply Chain with 2:1 grading.
• Strong analytical mindset and detail orientation.
• Interest in negotiation, supplier management, or sustainable procurement.

Responsibilities

• Supporting supplier evaluations and tendering processes.
• Analyzing procurement spend and identifying savings opportunities.
• Working on initiatives to improve sustainability and ethical sourcing.
• Assisting contract management and stakeholder communications.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Excel skills

Procurement software

Negotiation interest

Education

2:1 degree in Business or Supply Chain

Tools

Excel

Job description

Requisition ID3886-Posted06/10/2026-Human Resources-Learning & Development-Stanlow - EOUK-People

Location: Stanlow Manufacturing Complex, Ellesmere Port

Employment Type: Site Based Full Time Role 5 days per week Monday-Friday

Start Date: Autumn 2027 (2 Year Fixed Term)

• 25 days holiday, increasing with service
• Private medical insurance
• Additional flex benefits, including holiday purchase
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme with exclusive access to a range of Discounts
• Free secure on-site car parking

About the Company

EET (Essar Energy Transition) vision is to be the leading producer of low carbon fuels and establish a blueprint energy transition hub in the North West. EET plays a major role in supplying the Northwest and the wider UK with essential fuels. We produce over 16% of the UK’s road transport fuels, supply key feedstocks to the petrochemical industry, and are investing heavily in low‑carbon energy solutions.

We work with major retail fuel brands, supermarkets, Manchester Airport, leading airlines, and regional transport operators. We are also a key partner in the HyNet project, helping to deliver the region’s low‑carbon future.

With over 900 skilled colleagues, we offer a strong safety culture, technically challenging work, and some of the best training in the energy sector.

Start your procurement career by supporting strategic sourcing and supplier improvement projects. As a Graduate Procurement Analyst, you’ll help optimise supplier relationships, improve procurement processes,and deliver value for the business.

Your Day-to-Day Will Include:

• Supporting supplier evaluations and tendering processes.
• Analysing procurement spend and identifying savings opportunities.
• Working on initiatives to improve sustainability and ethical sourcing.
• Assisting contract management and stakeholder communications.

About You

• Our ideal candidate will be a graduate in Business, Supply Chain or a related subject with at least a 2:1 Grading.
• Analytical thinker with great attention to detail.
• Interest in negotiation, supplier management, or sustainable procurement.
• Strong Excel skills; experience with procurement software a bonus.

This is more than a graduate role it’s a launchpad for a career in Purchasing and Supplier Management. You’llbe supported by experienced professionals, real business exposure, professional development and studysupport for CIPS qualifications.

Application Deadline: Thursday 15th January 2027.

Please note, the application deadline is subject to change and may close earlier depending on application volumes.