Procurement and Supply Chain Management Graduate Programme

Babcock International; Telford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology and engineering firm in the UK is offering a Graduate Programme in Procurement and Supply Chain. This two-year programme combines hands-on placements with leadership development to prepare graduates for future roles. Candidates must hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree and show a strong interest in procurement. The role includes substantial support and well-being benefits, alongside a starting salary of £35,000.

Benefits

25 days of holiday plus bank holidays

Generous pension scheme

Flexible benefits like discounts

Wellbeing support services

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree is required.
• Demonstrable interest in procurement or supply chain is essential.
• Ability to achieve BPSS and SC clearance.

Responsibilities

• Complete four six-month placements across the UK.
• Contribute to key projects in procurement and supply chain.
• Participate in leadership development activities.

Skills

Interest in procurement

Interest in supply chain

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree

Job description

Overview

A Bachelor's or Master's degree and demonstrable interest in procurement or supply chain is required. This graduate programme offers the change to develop a broad understanding of how supply chains work on a national and global scale. You'll learn how we source responsibly, manage supplier relationships, and apply technology and data to support the business. The programme gives you the opportunity to see how working in Procurement and Supply Chain supports both our customers and colleagues, and contributes to a safer more secure world.

Programme structure

How is the programme structured? This two-year programme combines functional experience with leadership development to prepare you for a future leadership role in procurement and supply chain. You\'ll complete four six-month placements across the UK, in areas such as source-to-contract, operational procurement, category management, procurement enablement, supplier quality, and support to business growth. During your rotations, you\'ll work with diverse teams and contribute to key projects. By the end of the programme, you\'ll have developed practical skills, gained valuable experience, and explored the wide range of career paths available at Babcock.

Development and support

From day one, you\'ll receive structured support, personalised training, and dedicated mentorship to help you excel throughout your programme and beyond. You\'ll join our Graduate Development Programme, featuring expert-led masterclasses on communication, personal branding, resilience, and wellbeing.

Qualifications and security clearance

In addition to the degree, for this programme you must be able to achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) and Security Check (SC) clearance. Many of our graduate programmes are subject to Security Clearance and Trade Control restrictions which may impact eligibility based on place of birth, nationality, citizenship, or residency. Details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK.

Rewards and benefits

What rewards and benefits will you get? In addition to a minimum starting salary of £35,000 (salary is dependent on location, role and qualifications), you’ll benefit from:

• A minimum of 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays, with agile working options subject to discussion with your manager
• Generous pension and employee share schemes
• Flexible benefits, including cycle to work scheme, discounts
• Wellbeing support, covering mental, physical, financial, and social wellbeing, with services like our Employee Assistance Programme, digital GP service, and health checks

You'll also have the chance to get involved in our STEM outreach activities and volunteering opportunities.