Supply Chain Graduate

A Supply Chain Graduate role supporting procurement, supplier management, and commercial operations within a defence infrastructure environment.

What You’ll be doing as a Supply Chain Graduate:  

You will support the Commercial & Supply Chain function in delivering effective procurement, supplier management and commercial governance across the KBS Maritime portfolio at Portsmouth Naval Base. 

This role is designed for a university graduate and provides a structured entry point into a professional supply chain career within a complex and regulated environment. You will be participating in a structured graduate development, mentoring and on-the-job learning and we will support you in progressing your CIPS professional qualification if desired.  

• Supporting end-to-end procurement activities, including RFQs, ITTs and evaluation documentation.  

• Assisting with supplier onboarding, compliance checks and approval processes.  

• Supporting supplier performance monitoring, reporting and issue resolution.  

• Assisting with contract administration, order placement and record keeping.  

• Assisting with supply chain risk management and governance reporting.  

• Supporting commercial risk assessments and value‑for‑money evaluations.  

• Preparing clear and accurate reports for internal stakeholders and customer reviews.  

What you will bring: 

• Degree-level qualification in a relevant discipline Supply Chain Management, Business, Commercial Management or a related discipline.  

You’ll get:  

• A competitive salary  

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays   

• Holiday purchase scheme, following successful completion of probation period  

• Early finish on a Friday  

• Discretionary company bonus scheme   

• Enhanced pension scheme – employee contribution 4% and company contribution 6%, or the employee can increase their contribution to 6% and company contribution 10%  

• Life assurance x 4 (subject to scheme T&C’s)  

• Access to our internal benefits and discounts programme for all colleagues  

• Cycle to work scheme  

• Group income protection  

• Flexible parental benefits (if applicable)  

• Free parking onsite  

• Access to our Internal employee assistance network, giving you the opportunity to reach the heights of success within your new position.  

• Continued professional career development  

• Kudos reward opportunities (internal achievements scheme)  

• Occupational Health & Wellbeing Services  

• 50% off entry into the Historic Dockyard 

About us:  

At KBS Maritime, we’re not just another company – we’re an exciting and dynamic joint venture between industry leaders BAE Systems and KBR. Our team is dedicated to providing Asset Management, Infrastructure Management, Energy Solutions and Alongside Services at His Majesty’s Naval Base Portsmouth (HMNBP), the beating heart of the Royal Navy.   

With almost two-thirds of the Royal Navy’s surface ships stationed at HMNBP, working with KBS Maritime means being at the forefront of innovation and progress. We operate in a unique and fascinating environment, with a mix of historic dockyards and cutting-edge infrastructure that’s unlike any other.  

By delivering state of the art solutions to the Royal Navy, KBS Maritime offers the chance to work on projects that make a real difference to the safety, security, and sustainability of the UK’s National Defence and Security.

But it’s not just about the work – at KBS Maritime, we believe in the value of our people. We have the ethos of a small business, which means we value and empower our team members to succeed.    

KBS Maritime is committed to building a diverse workforce and fostering an inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of every social or cultural background, age, gender, ability, sexual orientation, and belief.