Procurement Graduate

JN Bentley; Skipton; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave

Health cash plan

Exclusive discounts

Pension contributions

Early Career Professionals network

Wellbeing resources

Job summary

JN Bentley is offering a 12-month Early Careers Development Programme for graduates in the Yorkshire area, based at our Head Office in Skipton. The role focuses on hands-on procurement across materials, subcontract procurement, plant and supplier management, with exposure to value delivery across the supply chain.

You will gain practical procurement knowledge, work with suppliers and internal teams, and contribute to sustainable and ethical procurement—this opportunity starts Summer 2027 and

Qualifications

• Must be actively pursuing or have completed a relevant degree in logistics, procurement, or supply chain.
• Willingness to develop procurement skills across materials, subcontract, and supplier management.
• Experience with MS Office tools is advantageous.
• Interest in sustainability and commercial awareness within civil engineering procurement.

Responsibilities

• Support buying teams and suppliers to gain hands-on procurement experience.
• Organise and schedule workload to meet project deadlines.
• Ensure compliance with procurement procedures and P2P processes.
• Identify procurement efficiencies, cost savings and continuous improvement opportunities.
• Build relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders for project delivery.
• Prepare procurement reports including spend analysis and supplier performance.

Skills

Positive attitude

Strong communication

Learning and development

Multitask / time management

Analytical thinking

Collaborative

Computer literacy

Education

Logistics / Supply Chain Management degree

Tools

MS Office (Excel, PowerBI)

Job description

Overview

Mott MacDonald Bentley is a fully integrated design and build business combining the design expertise of Mott MacDonald with the contracting experience of JN Bentley, operating across water, energy and environment sectors throughout the UK. With an annual turnover surpassing £600 million, Mott Macdonald Bentley cements its position as a leader within the industry. The sustained, robust business performance creates an ideal environment for career growth.

Overview

Mott MacDonald Bentley is a fully integrated design and build business combining the design expertise of Mott MacDonald with the contracting experience of JN Bentley, operating across water, energy and environment sectors throughout the UK. With an annual turnover surpassing £600 million, Mott Macdonald Bentley cements its position as a leader within the industry. The sustained, robust business performance creates an ideal environment for career growth.

About The Role

JN Bentley is offering an exciting opportunity for graduates in the Yorkshire area to join our Procurement team at our Head Office in Skipton. This role provides hands-on experience across procurement activities that are critical to the successful delivery of our engineering projects, including materials, subcontract procurement, plant and supplier management. You will be automatically enrolled into our bespoke Early Careers Development Programme; a 12-month scheme designed to enhance your skills, expand your network, and enrich your experience.

You will develop practical procurement knowledge by supporting our buying teams, working with suppliers, engaging with operational teams and helping deliver value across our supply chain. The role is designed to build a strong foundation for a long-term career in procurement within a successful civil engineering business.

You will gain experience across key areas of procurement, including:

• Materials procurement
• Subcontract procurement
• Supply chain management
• Supplier relationship management
• Procurement systems and purchase-to-pay processes
• Cost analysis and reporting
• Contract's & Trading agreements
• Framework and preferred supplier arrangements
• Procurement with purpose, sustainability and social value

What You’ll Do

• Develop into a procurement professional with a strong understanding of materials, subcontract, plant and supplier management activities.
• Organise and schedule workload in a timely manner.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement procedures, delegated authorities and purchase-to-pay processes.
• Support the identification of procurement efficiencies, cost savings and continuous improvement opportunities.
• Build effective relationships with suppliers, operational teams and internal stakeholders to support successful project delivery.
• Work closely with operational teams to understand project requirements and ensure procurement support is responsive, accurate and commercially aware.
• Prepare procurement reports, including spend analysis, supplier performance information and cost comparisons.
• Work with project teams to understand client, programme and specification requirements when sourcing goods, services and subcontract support.
• Take personal responsibility for commercial, ethical, quality and health and safety considerations within procurement activity.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures

What You’ll Need

Essential Skills

• Positive, proactive attitude contributing to a fun, hardworking team culture
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Passion for learning and professional development
• Ability to multitask, prioritise, and manage time effectively
• Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail
• Actively committed to a collaborative team approach
• Computer literacy and adaptability

Desirable Experience

• Experience or interest in procurement, buying, supply chain, commercial management or construction operations
• Familiarity with purchase-to-pay software
• Previous work with suppliers, stakeholders or operational teams to support continuous improvement
• Proficiency in MS Office tools (Excel, PowerBI, Word, Powerpoint)

Applicable Degree Areas (examples include but not limited to)

Logistics & Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business, Commercial Management, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Finance or Accounting.

What’s In It For You

• 26 days annual leave plus the option to purchase additional days
• Health cash plan to help manage everyday medical costs
• Exclusive high street discounts across retailers and gyms
• Flexible pension contributions up to 5% employee 10% employer
• Access to our Early Career Professionals network
• Tools and resources to support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing

Here, you'll build a career with purpose-supporting projects that make a real difference while developing the procurement skills needed to help deliver safe, efficient and sustainable outcomes. And you'll be part of a team that invests in your future. This role is to start Summer 2027.