Rotational Graduate Buyer - Procurement & Strategy

National Grid Plc; Warwick; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Flexible benefits

Sharesave and Share Incentive Plans

Joining bonus £2,000

Completion bonus £2,400

Accommodation allowance up to £200/mo

Relocation support

Mentoring and coaching

Networking opportunities

Volunteering opportunities

Permanent role on completion

Job summary

National Grid Plc is launching an 18-month Graduate Buyer Scheme in Warwick. The programme includes three six‑month placements across Global Procurement, with a final transition to permanent roles. You will support strategic sourcing, manage supplier engagement, and assist in tender activities.

You’ll develop procurement and commercial skills through mentorship, structured development, and on‑the‑job experience, with a focus on delivering value and long‑term career growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2:2 in any degree discipline.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills required.
• Willingness to travel within the role and rotations.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of strategic sourcing activities across three 6‑month placements.
• Contribute to sourcing events and help shape procurement strategies.
• Research supply markets and share insights for category development.
• Assist in end-to-end procurement processes from market engagement to contract award.
• Collaborate with contract managers and suppliers to ensure delivery.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Commercial mindset

Organisational skills

Travel flexibility

Education

2:2 degree

Job description

National Grid Plc is launching an 18-month Graduate Buyer Scheme in Warwick. The programme includes three six‑month placements across Global Procurement, with a final transition to permanent roles. You will support strategic sourcing, manage supplier engagement, and assist in tender activities.

You’ll develop procurement and commercial skills through mentorship, structured development, and on‑the‑job experience, with a focus on delivering value and long‑term career growth.