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Commencing in August/September 2026 at the Raunds office in Northamptonshire, this graduate role sits within the Digital and Business Systems team.
Ready to kickstart your career in Tech and Business? At Howdens, our Product Owner is critical in supporting key digital technology projects, ensuring that stakeholder requirements are clearly understood and accurately captured.
This role provides the opportunity to be part of a key function within our wider Digital and Business Systems team. It will enable the post holder to improve and apply business skills in a fast-paced IT systems environment.
What you’ll be doing
Supporting the development of product roadmaps and backlogs
Translating requirements into clear, actionable user stories
Collaborating with teams across the business and tech
Taking part in Agile ceremonies (stand-ups, sprint planning, reviews)
Supporting requirement gathering and stakeholder workshops
Monitoring performance and simple KPIs (e.g. traffic, conversion)
Supporting testing and go-live activities
Keeping an eye on competitors and market trends
Am I eligible for this Graduate Business Analyst Opportunity?
Hold a Degree (or expected) in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, Mathematics, or a related discipline.
A genuine interest in technology, systems, and digital transformation
Interest in data and analytics (comfortable reading dashboards)
Strong analytical, problem‑solving skills and a genuine interest in how systems support operational/trading processes.
Clear communication skills and confidence working with both technical colleagues and non‑technical users.
Organised, curious and detail‑focused, with a willingness to learn in a fast‑paced live trading environment.
Confidence to ask questions and challenge ideas
You must have the right to work in the UK.
The role is based onsite 4 days per week with 1 working from home.
Based from our Raunds office in Northamptonshire, you must live within 60 minutes of us and some travel will be expected therefore a driving license is required
What we can offer you:
Competitive salary and annual company bonus
Excellent pension scheme (company contribution of up to 12%)
25 days holiday + bank holidays with the option to buy additional days
Staff Discount
Employee Assistance Programme
Exceptional Reward and Recognition events
Hiring Process:
Closing date for applications Sunday 7th June 2026
About Howdens:
Howdens Joinery is the UK’s number one trade kitchen supplier providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware. We have over 900 depots throughout the UK and Europe – making us the first choice for more than 460,000 loyal trade professionals. Last year our sales reached circa 2.3bn, and we have an ambitious growth agenda.
As well as the opportunity to develop within a fast paced and commercial environment, you will be part of a rewarding organisation recognised for excellence in the workplace in the Best Big Companies to Work For.
How to apply
Apply directly through the company website. Clicking the link below will open the application page in a new window.
Location: London, UK
Industry: Production & Manufacturing
Howdens is the UK’s number one kitchen supplier, providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, hardware, and bathrooms. We have over 850 depots across the UK and Europe, with total UK sales reaching £2.3 billion in 2024. Our trade-only model We only sell to the trade as they have the craftsmanship and know-how to fit our products to the highest possible standard. We believe the builder is best placed to co-ordinate projects, supported by local Howdens depots underpinned by a dedicated supply chain and extensive product design and innovation. A framework for success This trade-only model is supported by an in-stock product framework, where builders can expect to get the products they need to complete the job from stock at their local depot. This is achieved by having a dedicated supply chain, efficient warehouse structure, and UK-based manufacturing sites at Howden, East Yorkshire and Runcorn, Cheshire. Entrepreneurial culture The autonomy given to our depot managers is a key element of our business model and success. Every depot is dedicated to helping local tradespeople build their businesses and, within each one, builders can find plentiful stock, design expertise, knowledgeable staff, and the best local price. Community Our belief is that where communities thrive, we thrive. We are passionate about serving our local communities and actively encourage our colleagues to get involved through volunteering, sponsored events and supporting local charities. One of the UK's Best Big Companies to Work For In 2022, over 7,000 of our employees completed the Best Companies engagement survey and, based on their feedback, Howdens ranked 10th in the 2022 Best Big Companies to Work For list, up four places since we last participated in 2020.
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