Supply Chain Specialist

GradBay; England; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK energy company seeks graduates for their Graduate Supply Chain Scheme, offering a starting salary of £35,000 and opportunities to rotate through supply chain and procurement teams. The two-year program emphasizes hands-on experience and requires a 2:2 degree or higher in relevant fields. Candidates must possess strong analytical and communication skills along with the right to work in the UK. The program includes placements across different UK locations, ensuring comprehensive exposure to the energy sector.

Benefits

Annual bonus potential

Market-leading pension scheme

Flexible benefits including gym membership and tech vouchers

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and numerical skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Interest in procurement and supply chain management.

Responsibilities

• Support procurement activities and contract administration.
• Develop forecasts and analyze contract costs.
• Contribute to strategic sourcing projects.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Commercial awareness

Education

2:2 or above in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Economics, Maths, Finance, Geography

Tools

Excel

Power BI

ERP systems

Job description

Kick-start your career on one of the UK’s largest and most important low‑carbon infrastructure projects. This two‑year Graduate Supply Chain Scheme offers the opportunity to work at the heart of a nationally significant energy programme, supporting the UK’s long‑term climate and sustainability goals.

You’ll gain hands‑on commercial experience across procurement, contract management, supplier development and strategic sourcing, all while contributing to a major clean‑energy project expected to power millions of homes for decades to come.

Key Criteria

Essential

• 2:2 or above in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Economics, Maths, Finance, Geography, or similar
• Right to work in the UK from the start date
• Strong analytical and numerical skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Interest in procurement, supply chain or commercial project delivery
• Willingness to travel/relocate for placements
• Able to obtain UK Security Vetting clearance
• Demonstrates commercial awareness and problem‑solving capability

Desirable

• Internship/placement experience in supply chain, procurement or commercial roles
• Experience analysing data or working with suppliers/stakeholders
• Knowledge of contract management, forecasting or procurement principles
• Interest in energy, infrastructure or major project environments
• Exposure to tools such as Excel, Power BI, ERP or procurement systems

About the Programme

Across the two‑year scheme, you’ll rotate through commercial, procurement and supply chain teams, developing the technical, analytical and professional skills needed to thrive in a complex, multi‑disciplinary environment.

You’ll be supported by a dedicated line manager, placement manager, mentor and buddy to ensure you build confidence, capability and strong commercial awareness.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Graduate in Nuclear Supply Chain, your work may include:

• Supporting procurement activities and contract administration
• Developing forecasts, analysing contract costs and managing supplier performance
• Contributing to strategic sourcing and supply chain transformation projects
• Building relationships with suppliers and cross‑functional teams
• Working on live commercial challenges with real operational impact
• Rotating across business units to broaden your commercial and industry knowledge

This is a unique opportunity to gain end‑to‑end supply chain experience within one of the most complex supply environments in the UK.

Location & Travel

Your primary base will be Suffolk, but you may undertake 6–12 month placements at other UK locations to broaden your exposure to the nuclear, construction and energy sectors.

Who We’re Looking For

To apply, you must have (or be expecting to achieve) a 2:2 or above in one of the following disciplines:

• Supply Chain & Logistics
• Business Management
• Economics
• Mathematics
• Finance
• Geography
• or another analytical/commercial discipline

We’re looking for graduates who bring:

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Commercial awareness and an interest in major infrastructure
• Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management skills
• Professionalism, curiosity, and the ability to adapt quickly
• A collaborative, proactive approach to complex challenges

You must have the right to work in the UK and be able to meet Security Vetting requirements.

Pay, Benefits & Culture

• £35,000 starting salary
• Annual bonus potential
• Market‑leading pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including EV leasing, gym membership, tech vouchers, life assurance and experience days
• A diverse and inclusive culture committed to long‑term career development

Please note: This advert may close early if high application numbers are received.