Role description
Programme duration: 24 months
We have an exciting opportunity for a Graduate Buyer to join our Graduate scheme as part of our September 2026 cohort. Our Graduate scheme is designed to develop our future talent by giving you real responsibility from day one. You’ll join our Procurement team and be supported throughout with structured training, exciting projects, and invaluable industry experience. Our Graduate programme focuses on helping you develop specialist expertise; you’ll complete four six-month rotations across different categories to give you a wide breadth of experience across Procurement. You’ll also develop your skills and knowledge by completing the Supply Chain and Procurement Level 4 Apprenticeship leading to the achievement of your CIPs level 4 qualification.
Responsibilities as a Graduate Buyer at Evri
- You’ll learn all about strategic procurement including cost reduction, supply chain resilience, risk mitigation, and ESG enablement.
- You’ll support procurement managers and business stakeholders to identify opportunities for improvement in specific categories of spend (e.g., packaging).
- You’ll build subject matter expertise for specific categories of support – e.g., detailed knowledge of commercial models, supply market, and purchasing dynamics.
- You’ll conduct supply market research to identify new innovations and opportunities for areas of the business you partner with.
- You’ll prepare key analysis and documentation to support influencing stakeholders on recommended areas for change/improvement on external spend and supplier management.
- You’ll proactively request and action feedback from the procurement team and wider business stakeholders.
- You’ll own the commercial and contract negotiations through to contract handover for your categories with support for the senior procurement team.
- You’ll work closely with the finance team and business stakeholders to track and report on benefits delivered to senior management.
- You’ll contribute to the continuous development of the Procurement Team’s governance, ways of working, and supplier risk management processes.
- You’ll provide direction and best practice for procurement to stakeholders and project leads.
- You’ll be the source of external expertise where required in line with Evri’s procurement strategy.
- You’ll develop your network, working across multiple business areas, and collaborate with senior stakeholders to present insights to Heads of and Directors.
- You’ll receive mentoring and join a network of emerging talent through our EVRi Emerging Talent Development programme.
Qualifications Required
- A minimum 2:2 Degree in Maths, Business, Data or another STEM field.
- GCSE in English and Maths at A*-C (9-4) or equivalent.
- Demonstrable communication, relationship building and stakeholder management skills.
- Creative thinking with a positive sense of initiative and eager to learn.
- Strong analytical, reporting and time management skills.
- Good attention to detail and ability to turn data into actions.
- Willingness to learn, curious and resilient.
- Strong presentation skills and negotiation skills.
- Computer literate and confident with the MS Office suite.
- Full clean UK driving licence.
Working at Evri
At Evri, we know we only grow if our people do too. That’s why we’re committed to building a truly inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone can bring – and be – their whole authentic selves. We’re on a journey to better represent the customers we serve around the UK. We’re committed to removing barriers and ensuring that each person at Evri is valued for who they are, and what they bring to our business.
We are Evri. Where everyone is welcome
We’re excited for the future. Let’s deliver it together
Location: Leeds
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Role description
Programme duration: 24 months
We have an exciting opportunity for a Graduate Buyer to join our Graduate scheme as part of our September 2026 cohort. Our Graduate scheme is designed to develop our future talent by giving you real responsibility from day one. You’ll join our Procurement team and be supported throughout with structured training, exciting projects, and invaluable industry experience. Our Graduate programme focuses on helping you develop specialist expertise; you’ll complete four six-month rotations across different categories to give you a wide breadth of experience across Procurement. You’ll also develop your skills and knowledge by completing the Supply Chain and Procurement Level 4 Apprenticeship leading to the achievement of your CIPs level 4 qualification.
Responsibilities as a Graduate Buyer at Evri
- You’ll learn all about strategic procurement including cost reduction, supply chain resilience, risk mitigation, and ESG enablement.
- You’ll support procurement managers and business stakeholders to identify opportunities for improvement in specific categories of spend (e.g., packaging).
- You’ll build subject matter expertise for specific categories of support – e.g., detailed knowledge of commercial models, supply market, and purchasing dynamics.
- You’ll conduct supply market research to identify new innovations and opportunities for areas of the business you partner with.
- You’ll prepare key analysis and documentation to support influencing stakeholders on recommended areas for change/improvement on external spend and supplier management.
- You’ll proactively request and action feedback from the procurement team and wider business stakeholders.
- You’ll own the commercial and contract negotiations through to contract handover for your categories with support for the senior procurement team.
- You’ll work closely with the finance team and business stakeholders to track and report on benefits delivered to senior management.
- You’ll contribute to the continuous development of the Procurement Team’s governance, ways of working, and supplier risk management processes.
- You’ll provide direction and best practice for procurement to stakeholders and project leads.
- You’ll be the source of external expertise where required in line with Evri’s procurement strategy.
- You’ll develop your network, working across multiple business areas, and collaborate with senior stakeholders to present insights to Heads of and Directors.
- You’ll receive mentoring and join a network of emerging talent through our EVRi Emerging Talent Development programme.
Qualifications Required
- A minimum 2:2 Degree in Maths, Business, Data or another STEM field.
- GCSE in English and Maths at A*-C (9-4) or equivalent.
- Demonstrable communication, relationship building and stakeholder management skills.
- Creative thinking with a positive sense of initiative and eager to learn.
- Strong analytical, reporting and time management skills.
- Good attention to detail and ability to turn data into actions.
- Willingness to learn, curious and resilient.
- Strong presentation skills and negotiation skills.
- Computer literate and confident with the MS Office suite.
- Full clean UK driving licence.
Working at Evri
At Evri, we know we only grow if our people do too. That’s why we’re committed to building a truly inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone can bring – and be – their whole authentic selves. We’re on a journey to better represent the customers we serve around the UK. We’re committed to removing barriers and ensuring that each person at Evri is valued for who they are, and what they bring to our business.
We are Evri. Where everyone is welcome
We’re excited for the future. Let’s deliver it together
Location: Leeds
