Graduate Buyer Procurement and Purchasing · Holcim UK, Bardon Hill, Coalville, LE67 1TD

Holcim UK Limited; Ellistown; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction solutions provider in Ellistown seeks a Graduate Buyer to support procurement of raw materials. This role offers an excellent entry point into commercial procurement, working alongside experienced professionals. Ideal candidates are commercially minded, resilient, and curious, with a willingness to learn. Responsibilities include assisting in procurement activities, supplier onboarding, and data analysis. This position promotes a diverse and inclusive environment with opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus

25 days annual leave

Enhanced family benefits

Free 24/7 remote GP service

Career progression opportunities

Staff discounts on products

Qualifications

• Interest in procurement and commercial activities.
• Ability to analyze data and draw conclusions.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Support Buyers and Category Managers in daily procurement.
• Assist with supplier onboarding and contract administration.
• Review purchase requests for accuracy and alignment.
• Understand operational requirements for procurement solutions.
• Analyze data for cost modeling and supplier performance.
• Maintain procurement systems and databases.
• Support sustainability and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Visit sites to understand material usage.

Skills

Commercial mindset

Data analysis

Strong communication

Curiosity

Resilience

Job description

About Holcim

We are leaders in supplying innovative, sustainable building solutions to the UK construction industry; building progress for people and the planet.

Since 1858, we’ve helped shape the UK; powering the construction of homes and hospitals, roads and railways, schools and cities alike.

Our mission is to make sustainable construction a reality, through purposeful action that tackles real carbon and climate challenges. We are dedicated to helping Britain grow and thrive - by doing the right thing, doing it together, and making a difference.

Holcim UK Company Benefits

Competitive Salary, plus bonus, 25 days holiday + your local bank holidays (with options to increase) and other benefits- all recognising the contribution you bring

Be valued and supported, working as part of a highly respected team in a business that has a huge focus on Health & Safety

We care about you and your family. That’s why we offer enhanced family benefits, including maternity, paternity, and adoption leave. We understand that your personal life and family well-being are just as important as your career, so we’re committed to supporting you every step of the way.

Be part of something bigger with our "Women Empowered - Stronger Together Mentor Program," designed to support, inspire, and uplift women across the business.

Free 24/7 remote GP service for you and your household, offering medical advice, prescriptions, referrals, and same-day appointments.

Opportunities for career progression both at home and abroad

Join our affinity groups selected by and populated by our employees which bring together employees with similar backgrounds and interests to have powerful influence on the workplace

Staff discounts including special rates for garden landscaping products

The Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for a Graduate Buyer to join our Procurement team, supporting the sourcing of raw materials that underpin the production of Ready‑Mix, Asphalt, and construction solutions used across the UK.

Based at our Bardon Hill Head Office in Leicestershire, this role offers an excellent entry point into a commercial procurement career within a large, complex, and fast‑moving business. You’ll work alongside experienced Category Managers and Buyers, gaining hands‑on exposure to supplier management, negotiations, tendering, and data‑driven decision‑making.

We’re looking for someone who is commercially curious, resilient, and inquisitive. You don’t need previous buying experience, but you do need the appetite to learn, challenge, and develop quickly in a professional environment.

What you’ll be doing:

• Supporting Buyers and Category Managers with day‑to‑day procurement activity across raw materials categories.
• Assisting with supplier onboarding, tender preparation, pricing analysis, and contract administration.
• Reviewing purchase requests to ensure accuracy, completeness, and commercial alignment.
• Working with internal stakeholders to understand operational requirements and translate them into procurement solutions.
• Analysing data to support cost modelling, supplier performance reviews, and savings initiatives.
• Maintaining procurement systems and databases to ensure information is accurate and up to date.
• Supporting sustainability, risk management, and continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain.
• Occasionally visiting sites to gain insight into how materials are used and how procurement decisions impact operations.

Who you are

• You’ll have a commercial mindset and a strong interest in procurement.
• You’ll be naturally curious and inquisitive, with the confidence to ask questions and challenge constructively.
• You are resilient and self‑motivated, comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment with multiple priorities.
• You are analytical, with the ability to work with data and draw logical conclusions.
• You're a clear and confident communicator, able to build relationships with colleagues and suppliers.

We are committed to building a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age.