Business Graduate Roadstone

Roadstone; Dublin; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Pension Scheme

Share Participation Scheme

Paid Holidays (22 days)

Training & Development Opportunities

Mentoring support & performance mgmt

Free Parking

Company phone & laptop

Employee Assistance Programme

Product discount

Bike-to-Work Scheme

Paid Maternity/ Paternity Leave

Job summary

Roadstone is offering a Business Graduate opportunity as part of its 2027 Graduate Programme in Ireland. You will gain exposure to business operations, reporting, industry analysis, sustainability initiatives, and strategic decision-making.

The role involves delivering insights through data analysis, report writing, market research, and efficiency improvement projects across Roadstone locations. Graduates will participate in a two-year development programme designed to build technical,

Qualifications

• Degree in Business, Economics or related discipline.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Proficiency in MS Office; familiarity with ERP systems is an advantage.
• Full clean Irish driving licence; ability to work collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, analyse, and maintain accurate business reports, management information, and performance dashboards.
• Conduct industry, market, and business analysis to identify trends, risks, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
• Research and evaluate business performance metrics to support strategic and operational decision-making.
• Monitor and analyse energy usage, fuel consumption, and efficiency data for cost savings and sustainability.
• Utilise MS Excel, PowerPoint, Word and other systems to produce reports and insights.
• Present findings through reports and stakeholder communications.
• Manage multiple assignments and prioritise to meet deadlines.

Skills

Data analysis

Report writing

Market research

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Degree in Business, Economics or related discipline

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

ERP systems

Job description

Business Graduate Roadstone

Roadstone Graduate Programme 2027

Role: Business Graduate

Reporting to: Business Development Manager

Commencement: Immediate Start

Roadstone is the leading manufacturer and supplier of building materials in Ireland. We are dedicated to providing unrivalled product quality, reliability, innovation, choice, sustainability and customer satisfaction.

We are committed to developing Ireland’s early careers sector and offer graduates the opportunity to develop their expertise in a dynamic environment of mentorship, real world challenges and growth opportunities.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Business Graduate to join our team. This role will provide valuable exposure to business operations, reporting, industry analysis, sustainability initiatives, and strategic decision-making. The successful candidate will support various business functions by delivering insights through data analysis, report writing, market research, and efficiency improvement projects around our Roadstone Locations and will gain a rich understanding of procurement in a progressive and ambitious market leading company.

Graduates will take part in our two-year graduate development programme, which will guide you through a semi-structured programme across various areas in our business in order to develop technical, interpersonal, commercial and management skills.

About the role

What we offer:

• Ownership and responsibility from Day One.
• Engagement in a Professional Diploma in Leadership and Competence with the Ibec Academy, accredited by TU Dublin.
• One-on-one Mentorship Programme with senior leaders.
• Opportunity to develop technical and operational skills.
• Exposure to procurement and supply chain operations within a leading construction materials company.
• Certificate in Health & Safety with the Ibec Academy, accredited by TU Dublin.

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary
• Pension Scheme with Employer contribution
• Share Participation Scheme (Revenue Approved)
• Paid Holidays (22 days)
• Training & Development Opportunities.
• Mentoring support & performance management
• Free Parking
• Company phone & laptop
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Product discount
• Bike-to-Work Scheme
• Paid Maternity/ Paternity Leave

Key areas of responsibility

• Prepare, analyse, and maintain accurate business reports, management information, and performance dashboards.
• Conduct industry, market, and business analysis to identify trends, risks, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
• Research and evaluate business performance metrics to support strategic and operational decision-making.
• Monitor and analyse energy usage, fuel consumption, and efficiency data, identifying opportunities for cost savings and sustainability improvements.
• Collect, validate, and interpret data from multiple sources, ensuring a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Utilise Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and other business systems to produce reports, presentations, and analytical insights.
• Present findings and recommendations clearly through written reports, presentations, and stakeholder communications.
• Build effective working relationships with colleagues across the business to gather information and support key projects.
• Handle commercially sensitive and confidential information with the highest level of professionalism and discretion.
• Manage multiple assignments simultaneously, effectively prioritising workloads to meet deadlines and business requirements.
• Work independently and use initiative to identify issues, investigate solutions, and drive continuous improvement opportunities.
• Support operational, commercial, and sustainability projects through data analysis, reporting, and research activities.
• Ensure all reporting and documentation is completed accurately, consistently, and in accordance with company standards.

Candidates should possess:

• Full clean Irish driving licence
• Team player with a positive attitude.
• Excellent attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Degree in Business, Economics or related discipline.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Proficiency in MS Office; familiarity with ERP systems is an advantage.
• Ability to work collaboratively and manage multiple priorities.

The successful candidate must be a highly motivated, self-directed individual with a desire for personal, Company and Group achievement.

About the company

Roadstone is a founding company of the CRH Group a leading diversified international building materials group headquartered in Ireland.