Year in Industry Procurement

RWE; Great Yarmouth; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Real Living Wage salary

Global Wind Organisation certificate

Wind Turbine Safety Rules training

In-house technical training

Mentoring and development programme

Job summary

RWE Renewables UK Management Ltd. offers a Year in Industry placement within the Procurement function, focusing on Operations & Maintenance procurement. You will gain hands-on exposure to the end-to-end lifecycle, work with stakeholders, and develop negotiation skills while supporting tender processes.

Eligible students with UK residency for vetting and a drive to contribute to the Growing Green mission are encouraged to apply. Hybrid model with three days onsite weekly at UK sites.

Qualifications

• Ongoing studies in a relevant discipline with year-in-industry eligibility.
• Eligible to complete a year in industry as part of the degree programme.
• Strong written and verbal communication with good IT skills.
• Ability to organise workloads, manage priorities and meet deadlines.
• Willing to travel to other sites when required; UK residency for vetting.

Responsibilities

• Gain experience across end-to-end procurement lifecycle, from suppliers to contracts.
• Support buying by collaborating with stakeholders and Procurement Managers.
• Prepare and evaluate tender documents during the procurement process.
• Create RFIs and RFQs using the e-tendering tool.
• Analyse tender submissions and perform price comparisons.
• Assist with supplier contract preparation and review meetings.
• Organise internal and external meetings for procurement activities.
• Develop commercial awareness and negotiation skills toward contract negotiation.

Skills

Strong communication

IT skills

Organisational skills

Stakeholder engagement

Willingness to travel

Education

Ongoing studies in Supply Chain / Operations Management / Business / Law / Engineering

Tools

e-tendering tool

Job description

RWE Renewables UK Management Ltd.
Start date in July 2027,full time, fixed term(12 months)
Hybrid model meaning 3 days per week onsite atany of our UK Operational sites, rest can be home base

From here, you can join us at RWE Offshore Wind for a Year in Industry placement and gain invaluable insight into this truly unique and innovative sector. We’re one of the largest developers of offshore wind globally on a journey of significant growth determined by our Growing Green investment strategy as well as commitment to net zero. With 11 operational offshore wind farms across the UK, and multiple development projects in the pipeline, there has never been a more exciting time to become part of our #teamRWE.

No two days in Offshore Wind are the same – you’ll benefit from a collaborative feedback-oriented culture, the chance to tap into a global community of students and graduates, and endless opportunities for growth. Backed by a welcoming and diverse team environment, we know we can offer you a truly unique experience in our Procurement business function with focus on Operations & Maintenance Procurement. Curious?

About the role

• Gain practical experience across the end-to-end procurement lifecycle, from identifying suitable suppliers to contract preparation and supplier relationship management.
• Support buying requirements by working closely with stakeholders and Procurement Managers to understand business needs.
• Prepare and evaluate tender documents throughout the procurement process.
• Build Requests for Information and Requests for Quotations using the e-tendering tool.
• Analyse tender submissions and prepare price comparisons to support commercial decisions.
• Assist with supplier contract preparation and contract review meetings.
• Organise internal and external meetings as part of day-to-day procurement activities.
• Develop commercial awareness and negotiation skills, with the opportunity to progress towards negotiating a contract independently.

Job requirements and experience

• Ongoing studies in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Business, Law, Engineering or a similar discipline.
• Eligibility to complete a year in industry placement as part of the degree programme.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills combined with good IT skills.
• Ability to organise workloads, manage priorities and meet deadlines.
• Confidence working in a diverse team environment and engaging with a range of stakeholders.
• Availability to work from an operational site three days per week and travel to other sites when required, with agreed travel to other sites covered but travel to and from the base site excluded.
• Motivation is crucial; your cover letter will tell us why you´re a suitable candidate for this opportunity, and how it aligns with your studies & career plans.
• A minimum of five years’ residence in the UK due to the potential requirement for National Security Vetting.

Please refer to the UK Government's National Security Vetting guidance for further details and eligibility requirements.

Your benefits

• A salary aligned with the Real Living Wage.
• The opportunity to contribute actively to the Growing Green mission.
• Hands-on experience as a core team member working alongside global colleagues.
• Mentoring and a development programme with other interns across the business.
• Meaningful involvement in key projects from day one, supporting the development of marketable skills.
• An environment where fresh perspectives and new ideas are welcomed.
• Comprehensive professional training, including a Global Wind Organisation certificate, Wind Turbine Safety Rules training and in-house technical training.

This position is aimed at those currently studying who are eligible for a Year in Industry Placement. For those who will be graduating Summer 2027 we encourage you to apply for our graduate programme which will be advertised in January 2027.

An offer of employment in this role may require holding active or ability to pass National Security vetting to SC level.Failure to obtain and or maintain National Security Vetting to SC may result in the removal of job offers and or existing employment.

We look forward to meeting you. Of course, you can find us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and Xing, too.#LI-MB1

We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of gender, disability, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, age, sexual orientation, and identity. #inclusionmatters

As a global leader, RWE Offshore Wind is shaping tomorrow's energy on the high seas. We are active across Europe, Japan and Korea. We have already 18 wind farms in operation with an installed capacity of over 3 gigawatts. With over 20 years’ experience in developing, building, operating and maintaining offshore wind farms we have established long‑term partnerships, working hand in hand with local businesses and communities. Every year, we invest millions of euros in new offshore wind projects and support harbours, educational programmes, local organisations and more. Our passionate workforce is committed to driving technological and sustainable improvements, delivering construction projects on time and within budget to the highest quality and safety standards, and contributing to the energy world of tomorrow.

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