Procurement Graduate: Fast-Track Sourcing & Contracts

OCU Group; Stockport; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

OCU Group is seeking a motivated graduate in Stockport for a two-year Procurement Graduate Programme. Based in Group Services, you will support sourcing goods, materials and services across the UK, gaining exposure to supplier engagement, tender processes and contract administration.

You’ll work with suppliers, operational teams and project stakeholders to ensure resources are sourced effectively, competitively and in line with business requirements.

Qualifications

• Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, or related field with a minimum 2:2.
• Experience with data, commercial analysis, project work or supplier engagement is advantageous.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Support the end-to-end procurement lifecycle from supplier engagement to contract administration.
• Assist with supplier research, market analysis and spend analysis.
• Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to source goods, services and materials.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvements and supplier innovations.

Skills

Data analysis

Communication skills

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Procurement / Supply Chain / Business / Economics / Finance

Job description

OCU Group is seeking a motivated graduate in Stockport for a two-year Procurement Graduate Programme. Based in Group Services, you will support sourcing goods, materials and services across the UK, gaining exposure to supplier engagement, tender processes and contract administration.

You’ll work with suppliers, operational teams and project stakeholders to ensure resources are sourced effectively, competitively and in line with business requirements.