Group Strategic Sourcing Graduate
Date: 9 Jun 2026
Location: High Wycombe, GB
Job Function: Business
Business Unit: OI plc
At Oxford Instruments, we enable the world’s leading industrial companies and scientific research communities to image, analyse and manipulate materials down to the atomic and molecular level. At X-Ray Technology, we manufacture components and devices used across a range of sectors from healthcare to high-volume manufacturing in any situation where exceptional magnification and image quality are essential.
Start your career in global procurement with Oxford Instruments
Are you a recent graduate with a passion for business, data, and problem‑solving? Looking to build a long-term career in procurement and supply chain within a global, technology-driven organisation?
About the role
As a Group Strategic Sourcing Category Graduate, you’ll work closely with experienced Category Managers and cross-functional teams to deliver impactful projects that improve cost, quality, service, supply resilience, and sustainability. This is a Group-level role, offering exposure across multiple business units, categories, and supplier markets giving you a unique opportunity to understand how procurement drives business performance.
What you’ll be doing
- Supporting the development and execution of category sourcing strategies
- Analysing supplier and spend data to drive informed decision‑making
- Collaborating with Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Finance
- Monitoring supplier performance, including:
- Cost (PPV)
- On‑Time Delivery
- Quality metrics
- Supporting supplier management and Approved Vendor List maintenance
- Contributing to cost improvement initiatives and sourcing projects
- Assisting with new product development sourcing activities
- Supporting contracting, risk management, and supplier performance tracking
What we’re looking for
We’re looking for motivated, curious individuals who are eager to learn and make an impact:
Education & Experience
- Recent graduate or 1–3 years’ experience in procurement, supply chain, operations or similar
- Degree in a relevant field preferred
- MCIPS (or working towards) is a plus
Skills & Capabilities
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
- Good understanding of commercial and financial concepts
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skillsStrong organisational skills with attention to detail
- Confidence using Excel and PowerPoint
Personal Qualities
- Proactive, enthusiastic, and eager to learn
- Collaborative and relationship‑focused
- Curious, with a continuous improvement mindset
- Comfortable challenging ideas constructively
- Adaptable and resilient in a fast‑paced environment
Why join us?
- Structured programme with built in progression
- Exposure to global procurement and supplier networks
- Work on real projects from day one
- Build strong cross‑functional relationships
- Develop skills in strategic sourcing, data analysis, and supplier management
- A clear pathway towards a long‑term career in procurement and supply chain
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.
