Graduate – Retail Strategy & Operations

Essar Oil Limited; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Private medical insurance

Holiday purchase flex benefits

Employee Assistance Programme with UK/

Discounts

Free secure on-site car parking

Job summary

EET Retail, part of EET Fuels (Essar Oil UK), is seeking graduates for a site-based role at the Stanlow Manufacturing Complex, Ellesmere Port. The program runs five days a week Monday to Friday and starts Autumn 2027 as a two-year fixed-term contract.

You will support onboarding of forecourt sites, analyse data, prepare proposals, and collaborate with logistics to ensure delivery performance while exploring retail innovation projects.

Qualifications

• Degree in Business or Supply Chain (2:1) or equivalent.
• Strong communication skills with ability to interpret data and think commercially.
• Proactive and adaptable approach in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Onboard new forecourt sites and retail partners.
• Analyse commercial and operational data to identify trends and opportunities.
• Assist in preparing proposals, presentations and commercial agreements.
• Collaborate with logistics and supply teams to ensure delivery performance.
• Contribute to retail innovation projects, including convenience store enhancements.
• Participate in cross-functional initiatives to improve customer experience and operational efficiency.

Skills

Communication skills

Data interpretation

Commercial thinking

Proactive attitude

Adaptable

Education

Degree in Business or Supply Chain (2:1)

Job description

EET Retail, part of EET Fuels (Essar Oil UK), is seeking graduates for a site-based role at the Stanlow Manufacturing Complex, Ellesmere Port. The program runs five days a week Monday to Friday and starts Autumn 2027 as a two-year fixed-term contract.

You will support onboarding of forecourt sites, analyse data, prepare proposals, and collaborate with logistics to ensure delivery performance while exploring retail innovation projects.