Procurement Buyer Career Starter

4 days ago


West Midlands Combined Authority, United Kingdom Industry Placements Full time

National Grid is at the heart of the UK energy network, keeping people connected and society moving. Our 12-month Industrial Placement Programme provides a unique opportunity to gain practical experience in procurement, working with our teams to source goods and services from suppliers.

As a Graduate Procurement Buyer, you will be responsible for working with our high-performing teams to get the right supplies from the right supplier, at the right price, and at the right time. You will take care of owning strategic direction for categories of spend and leading on the execution of sourcing activities, negotiation, and selection of goods and services that are important to the organisation.

You will be working as part of a dynamic team responsible for purchasing goods, services, and works required to keep National Grid operating. This includes a combination of in-person and virtual training sessions led by our development team, as well as access to digital learning tools to help further enhance your skills.

**Industry-leading benefits**

  • A competitive starting salary of £24,109
  • 26 days holiday
  • A chance to land a place on our Graduate Programme subject to your performance during your placement
  • Pensions plan, share-option scheme, and flexible benefits
  • 3 days development training, volunteering opportunities, close mentorship, and regular feedback
  • Invitation to join Newnet, our new starters network and employee resource group


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