ScotRail Procurement Graduate

Description

Duration: 2 years

Start Date: Starts August 2026

With more than 5,000 employees, Scot Rail plays a vital role in serving the people and communities of Scotland. We recognise a modern and diverse workforce, encouraged to use their talents, and develop their skills, is integral to our success in serving and reflecting the communities of Scotland. We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and have also set ourselves ambitious sustainability targets including having a carbon‑free railway in Scotland by 2035.

We’re looking for a graduate to join our Procurement Department on a two‑year graduate programme, starting in August 2026. This is your chance to immerse yourself in strategic sourcing, supplier management, and contract negotiation, helping Scot Rail deliver value and efficiency across its operations.

If you’re a graduate we invite you to join us and contribute to Scot Rail’s vision for a safe, sustainable, inclusive, and accessible railway for everyone in Scotland.

Your ambition and drive will be harnessed through work streams across the breadth of the procurement function, giving you experiences, knowledge, and connections that will shape your career journey. Throughout your time here, you’ll receive all the training and support necessary to make your mark and influence how Scot Rail manages its supply chain and procurement strategy.

To be considered for this role you must, as a minimum:

• Qualifications (a degree) at SCQF Level 9 in Supply Chain Management, Business or Operations Management
• Be able to start in the business full‑time in August 2026
• Be detail‑oriented with excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Be proactive and motivated in your approach to work, with a willingness to learn and adapt.

You’ll spend two years rotating across different procurement teams, gaining hands‑on experience in supplier engagement, contract management, and strategic sourcing. You’ll work alongside experienced professionals, tackling real challenges and contributing to projects that impact the entire business.

• Support tendering and contract award processes for key projects.
• Assist in supplier performance reviews and relationship management.
• Gain experience in compliance and governance within procurement.
• Contribute to cost analysis and value‑for‑money assessments.
• Work on sustainability initiatives within the supply chain.
• Develop negotiation and stakeholder management skills.

Alongside your on‑the‑job training, you’ll go on the Scot Rail Graduate Journey where you’ll have a roadmap of development to support your career. When you join us, you’ll be given a full induction to the business, including tours of some of our locations.

We’re committed to creating a workplace culture that embraces diversity, inclusion and belonging for everyone.

This role works Monday - Friday, 35 hours per week.

Starting Salary: £30,648 per annum.

Selected candidates will be invited to a competency‑based interview. All offers are subject to passing our pre‑employment checks which include a criminal record check, medical and referencing.

Scot Rail offer an excellent rewards package including:

• Contributory Final Salary Pension scheme.
• Free and reduced rate rail travel for you and your family, where applicable.
• Generous holiday allowance.
• Enhanced company sick pay and family leave including maternity, paternity and adoption.
• Life Insurance cover for 4 × annual salary.
• Contributory lifestyle benefit options including discounts at hundreds of retailers, cycle to work scheme, discounted gym memberships and healthcare cashback plan.

Please note that due to the volume of interest received these vacancies could close prior to the published date.

Scot Rail is seven times accredited as a Top Employer, has achieved Leaders in Diversity and is a Disability Confident Employer. We value, celebrate, and respect the diversity our people and aim to inspire, attract, retain, and develop the best talent. Because we value diversity and the benefits it brings, we want to continue improving the diversity of our people and particularly welcome applications from women, young people, LGBT+ people, people with a disability, and people from ethnically diverse backgrounds.