Supply Chain Graduate 2027 - Environment

Galliford Try Group; Altofts; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting salary £29,500

28 days holiday + holiday purchase

Private medical insurance

Volunteer days

Agile working programme

Pension scheme

Job summary

Galliford Try Group invites applications for a Supply Chain Graduate 2027 - Environment in Normanton with travel across the UK. The two-year development programme combines hands-on procurement experience with professional qualifications, aiming to build skills, networks and leadership potential in a supportive environment.

The role starts September 2027 in a full-time position with potential early start and travel to sites.

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Procurement or Supply Chain Management (or similar).
• Evidence of academic achievement and professional interest in procurement.

Responsibilities

• Support procurement of materials, plant and subcontract services across Environment projects.
• Obtain supplier quotations, evaluate proposals and raise purchase orders.
• Collaborate with procurement, commercial and operations to optimise schedules and value.
• Assist forecasting material requirements and manage lead times.
• Support tender enquiries, tender analysis and procurement reviews.
• Ensure compliance with client frameworks and preferred supplier arrangements.
• Build relationships with suppliers through meetings and events.
• Share best practice across regional teams and drive improvements.
• Support digital procurement initiatives and carbon reduction efforts.

Skills

Procurement

Supply Chain

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Self-starter

Adaptability

Curiosity

Education

Quantity Surveying / Procurement / SCM degree

Job description

Supply Chain Graduate 2027 - Environment

Locations: Normanton with Yorkshire travel

Closing Date: 5th November 2026

Become a part of the UK’s top-rated construction and civil engineering graduate programme. Recognised as the No.1 choice for graduates and apprentices by TheJobCrowd and winner of the Environmental and Ethical Awareness category.

Our Graduate Development Programme is designed to give you a rich, hands-on experience where you will develop your technical skills, grow your network and gain professional qualifications if you want to.

Work with some of the best people in the industry in a full-time role, as you start an exciting and rewarding career where you will be enabled to add value to society.

We are proud to be a platinum member of the 5% club member based on the quality of training and development of our ‘earn as you learn’ opportunities.

What will you be doing?

• Support the procurement of materials, plant and subcontract services across Environment projects.
• Obtain supplier quotations, evaluate proposals and raise purchase orders in line with company procedures.
• Work closely with procurement, commercial and operational teams to review procurement schedules and secure best value for projects.
• Support project teams with forecasting material requirements, managing lead times and monitoring supplier performance.
• Assist with tender enquiries, tender analysis and procurement schedule reviews.
• Ensure compliance with client framework agreements and Galliford Try's preferred supplier arrangements.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with suppliers by attending meetings, workshops and supply chain events.
• Share best practice across regional procurement teams and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support innovation through digital procurement, carbon reduction initiatives and modern methods of construction, including off-site manufacturing.
• Working with suppliers to assess and improve their performance.
• Develop Procurement Strategies for specified Categories of Work and also for Client Frameworks

This role is available for a September 2027 start, with the possibility of an earlier start date to suit yourself and the business.

As part of the graduate programme you will be expected to work in and around the location advertised, with the possibility for expanding travel to other projects and locations in the future. This may include staying away from home.

Who are we?

As a leading construction company, we aim to improve the UK's built environment and deliver lasting change in the communities we work in. In Scotland, you’ll know us as Morrison Construction.

Our purpose is to improve lives by building facilities and infrastructure, support our team's growth, promote best practices in our supply chain, and care for the environment. At Galliford Try, we cultivate an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential, emphasising health, safety and wellbeing through our 'Be Well' program, which offers gym discounts and support for various wellbeing topics.

Encouraged by our people-orientated values, we invite motivated and enthusiastic people to join us in making a meaningful difference.

What do we offer?

Our development programme lasts for two years and runs in parallel to your permanent job, covering 7 modules designed to bring out your interpersonal and leadership skills, and complement the hands-on technical experience that you will gain in your role.

If you decide to work towards professional qualifications, we will fully fund your qualification and pair you with a dedicated mentor. Our programme concludes with a celebration of you and a promotion within your role to start the next stage of your career.

• A starting salary of £29,500
• 28 days holiday excluding bank holidays, increasing with years of service, with an option of utilising our holiday purchase scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Two paid volunteering days per year
• Agile working programme
• A range of benefit schemes including: Save as You Earn share purchase scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, Enhanced maternity and paternity leave, Pension scheme, Cycle to Work scheme and GT Plus for discounts on your favourite brands and holidays.

What are we looking for?

We invite applications from graduates who are passionate about the industry and have achieved, or are on track to achieve a Bachelors or Masters degree in Quantity Surveying / Procurement / Supply Chain Management(or similar) prior to September 2027.

A full UK driving licence (or currently learning, you will be expected to have obtained a Full UK Driving Licence by 6th September 2027) and the eligibility to live and work in the UK without restriction is essential for this role.

• A collaborator: You work and communicate effectively with lots of different people at different levels, providing valuable input into key projects.
• A problem-solver: You look at potential solutions from all angles, bringing ideas and solutions to the table.
• A self-starter: Embrace ownership on your tasks and projects, you’re motivated to improve and develop your own skills.
• An adapter: You have a flexible approach to work, able to adapt to new circumstances or change in plans and you can positively change direction when needed.
• An inquisitor: Being curious comes naturally to you, you ask questions to learn and understand more.

What’s next?

We believe recruitment should be human. Every application is reviewed personally by a member of our team, not screened out by artificial intelligence (AI). If we use AI tools at any stage of the process, we'll let you know what they're being used for and why. In return, we ask for you to be yourself, we're interested in your experiences, motivations and potential, so we encourage applications written in your own voice.

While we work hard to keep you updated with your application every step of the way, due to the high volume of applications and assessment centres taking place, please be mindful that there may be a delay at some stages in the process.

Please note: the closing date for applications is 5th November, please ensure you have applied before this time to be considered for the role.

Don’t meet every requirement of the role?

At Galliford Try, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement of the role, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

As a Disability Confident employer, we have committed to offer an interview to any candidate with a long-term health condition or disability that meet the essential criteria for the advertised position. Please contact [e-mail] if you believe this applies to you. We will also take the opportunity to discuss any adjustments required for your interview.

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