ASDA

Procurement Graduate Programme

Job posted: Oct 08, 2024
Leeds, Kent, United Kingdom
  • Salary average
    -
  • Type of employment
    Full-time
  • Remote
    n/a

Company

When it comes to career possibilities, we've got everything (and then some) covered here at Asda. And that makes it an incredible place to get started in your career journey.

We're one of the big players in the supermarket world, and that means we've got a wide range of programmes for you to choose from – whether you've just finished university, school, college, or if you're just looking for something new.

Every one of our programmes is designed to help you reach your potential, regardless of how well you did in school or where you've come from. From our shops to our distribution centres, our opticians and pharmacies, through to our George and Asda Head Offices, we offer school leaver and degree apprenticeships through to graduate programmes and optical pre-reg programmes.

And each one of those programmes are about shaping the next generation of leaders across retail, technology, and pharmacy and more. Because you're the future of Asda.

With technology changing up how we do things every day, everything we have to offer is growing – everyday. For our customers, and our people. So we can make a difference to their lives, in-store and online.

Our vision is to hold onto the best of the old whilst embracing the new. So we keep our British heritage in doing the right thing for our customers, colleagues, and communities, whilst getting excited by the new, and anticipating the evolving needs of customers.

That means every day here is an opportunity to grow – in the role you joined us in and across the business. Our careers paths open for everyone with the drive. And we'll make sure you've got everything you need to go for it.

You'll find the kind of support that helps you make the most of every opportunity. Our experienced managers and supportive colleagues will guide you each step of the way. And with a network of your peers for extra support, you'll have everything you need to gain invaluable experience, focus on developing yourself, and really grow your skills.

So you can go from a graduate or apprentice who's just starting out, to a leader taking control of their own career path. And move across the business as you grow and follow your interests.

If you're determined and have a drive to get stuck in and embrace change as it comes, you can do just about anything here – and that can take you anywhere you want to go.

Responsibilities

Contract

40 hours per week

Candidate requirements

  • You will also get an excellent benefits package including
  • Take time to complete your online application, it really is the best way to make a good first impression
  • Time Management/prioritisation to manage multiple concurrent workstreams and have the ability to prioritise
  • We are looking for graduates who can demonstrate they have the leadership potential we need for the future
  • Right to work within the UK and have been resident in the UK, the British Overseas Territories, or Crown Dependencies
  • The Procurement team have excellent relationships with the Asda business and we play a vital role in delivering Asda's priorities

Skills used at work

    Job description

    Are you a recent graduate in Supply Chain/Procurement or similar that wants to kick start their career? Look no further as we have an exciting opportunity to join the Asda Head office Procurement Team in Leeds.

    Working in the ASDA procurement team, you will be involved in buying and managing supplier relationships for our £2bn spend for ‘Goods Not for Resale' products and services across the business this includes Technology/Marketing/Logistics/Property/ Corporate Services/Energy.

    Our 2-year graduate programme is split into 4 placements where you will have the opportunity to work on Sourcing, Supplier Relationship Management, Contract Management, Procurement Governance.

    The development opportunities at ASDA are endless, if you are successful, you would have the opportunity to gain a further professional qualification on the Chartered Institute of Purchasing (CIPS) Apprenticeship.

    Find your role

    The Asda Procurement function is transforming, and we want the graduate programme to play a pivotal role in our future. The Procurement team have excellent relationships with the Asda business and we play a vital role in delivering Asda's priorities. We have industry experts working across the team who are passionate about delivering value for Asda and we're excited to share this experience with new graduate talent. We can offer you a fast-paced and exciting working environment with plenty of variety and we are committed to giving you the right tools and experience to develop in your career.

    The procurement graduate scheme will give the graduates the opportunity to develop in the below skills.

    • Relationship Management – building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers & stakeholders.
    • Negotiation Skills – Developing the ability to negotiate contracts.
    • Strategic Thinking – understanding the bigger picture and aligning procurement activities with business goals.
    • Analytical Skills – Analyse data to provide insights into supplier performance & make informed decisions.
    • Commercial Acumen – develop an understanding of commercial models & costs structures to deliver best value.
    • Supply Chain Knowledge – gain an understanding of the supply chain and how this is managed.
    • Environmental Awareness – develop an understanding and drive sustainable procurement practices.

    Find your everything at Asda - bringing brighter living within everyone's reach.

    We are passionate about creating a diverse and inclusive workforce, representative of the communities we serve, and are creating ways to inspire diverse talent to join Asda.

    Work Where it Works

    Our hybrid way of working gives you the choice to work where it works. This enables you to chose where you'll be the most effective. It offers a mix of working from home and in an office environment that works best for you and your team.

    You will also get an excellent benefits package including;-

    • Discretionary company bonus
    • Company pension up to 7% matched
    • 10% colleague discount, free parking and many additional rewards.

    We want all colleagues to be able to bring their best and true selves to work, every day. Simply put, we want our colleagues to be Proud to be Asda and proud to be themselves

    What we are looking for

    We are looking for graduates who can demonstrate they have the leadership potential we need for the future. A degree in a related subject such as Supply Chain is preferred but not essential, an interest in procurement and demonstrating the right behaviours is what's most important to us. You will need to be suitably located to attend the office in Leeds regularly.

    • Excellent Communication Skills
    • Problem Solving – demonstrable experience in solving problems and ability to provide solutions.
    • Attention to detail, as there will be a requirement to spot opportunities and manage risks in contracts and commercial arrangements.
    • Analytical thinking to evaluate data and provide insights.
    • Time Management/prioritisation to manage multiple concurrent workstreams and have the ability to prioritise.
    • Basic Microsoft Applications (Word/Excel/PowerPoint) skills preferred but not essential.

    Right to work within the UK and have been resident in the UK, the British Overseas Territories, or Crown Dependencies (Channel Islands and Isle of Man) for at least the previous three years before the start of the CIMA Apprenticeship (visit: www.Gov.uk for further information).

    All candidates must have the continuous right to work in the UK and any offer of employment is conditional upon this requirement. Asda do not provide sponsorship for our graduate and apprenticeship programmes.

    Accepted degree subjects

    Any

    Additional job details

    Location: Leeds

    Salary: Competitive salary

    How to apply

    Take time to complete your online application, it really is the best way to make a good first impression. Once we received your application, we use a range of techniques to narrow down the field and help us find our ideal candidates.

    If you are successful at each stage, you will progress to the next. This will include:

    • Three, quick video interview questions
    • A half-day assessment centre at Asda House during January 2025, where you'll meet the team.
    • Start Date September 2025.

    If you are successful, we will ask you to come and join ASDA in September 2025.

    Applications may close before the deadline so please register your interest as soon as possible.

    We are passionate about creating a diverse and inclusive workforce, representative of the communities we serve, and are creating ways to inspire diverse talent to join Asda.

    Click Apply to start your application now. This job will be available on Prospects until 25 January 2025

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    Closing date: 25 January 2025

    Job posted: Oct 08, 2024

    Expiration date: Oct 08, 2025