Procurement Graduate
Roadstone Graduate Programme 2026
Role: Procurement Graduate
Reporting to: Procurement Director
Commencement: September 2026
Roadstone is the leading manufacturer and supplier of building materials in Ireland. We are dedicated to providing unrivalled product quality, reliability, innovation, choice, sustainability and customer satisfaction.
We are committed to developing Ireland’s early careers sector and offer graduates the opportunity to develop their expertise in a dynamic environment of mentorship, real world challenges and growth opportunities.
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Procurement Graduate to join our team. As a Procurement Graduate, you will support the procurement team in sourcing, negotiating, and managing supplier relationships to ensure cost-effective and timely delivery of goods and services. You will gain hands-on experience in procurement processes, supply chain management, and strategic sourcing.
around our Roadstone Locations and will gain a rich understanding of procurement in a progressive and ambitious market leading company.
Graduates will take part in our two-year graduate development programme, which will guide you through a semi-structured programme across various areas in our business in order to develop technical, interpersonal, commercial and management skills. Roadstone’s 2026 Graduate Programme will commence the beginning of September 2026.
What we offer:
· Ownership and responsibility from Day One.
· Engagement in a Professional Diploma in Leadership and Competence with the Ibec Academy, accredited by TU Dublin.
· One-on-one Mentorship Programme with senior leaders.
· Opportunity to develop technical and operational skills.
· Exposure to procurement and supply chain operations within a leading construction materials company.
Benefits:
• Competitive Salary
• Pension Scheme with Employer contribution
• Share Participation Scheme (Revenue Approved)
• Paid Holidays (22 days)
• Training & Development Opportunities.
• Mentoring support & performance management
• Free Parking
• Company phone & laptop
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Product discount
• Bike-to-Work Scheme
• Paid Maternity/ Paternity Leave
About the role
Key areas of responsibility
· Assist in supplier sourcing, tendering, and evaluation processes.
· Prepare and manage purchase orders and ensure timely delivery.
· Support contract negotiations and maintain compliance with company policies.
· Analyse pricing trends, cost-saving opportunities, supply chain risk and market conditions.
· Maintain accurate procurement records and assist with various reporting.
· Support supply chain sustainability initiatives and communication.
· Collaborate with internal stakeholders to meet operational requirements.
· Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within procurement and supply chain.
Candidates should possess:
· Full clean Irish driving licence
· Team player with a positive attitude.
· Excellent attention to detail
· Excellent interpersonal skills.
· Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, or related discipline.
· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
· Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
· Proficiency in MS Office; familiarity with ERP systems is an advantage.
· Ability to work collaboratively and manage multiple priorities.
The successful candidate must be a highly motivated, self-directed individual with a desire for personal, Company and Group achievement.
Applications in writing or by email, including CV and subject heading “Procurement Graduate Vacancy”, to careers@roadstone.ie, HR Operations Manager, Roadstone Limited, Fortunestown, Tallaght, Dublin 24
What you will need
Required criteria
- A relevant third level Qualification in Finance, Business or Other Similar qualification.
- Team player with a positive and ambitious attitude.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- A strong eye for detail.
- Excellent IT skills.
- Proactive, organised, results driven and self-motivated.
Roadstone
Roadstone’s nationwide business includes the manufacture and distribution of a wide range of construction products including ready-mix concrete, aggregates, asphalt and macadam, mortar and plaster, concrete blocks and masonry, paving products, roof tiles and agricultural lime. We also provide an asphalt contracting service for commercial, domestic and local authority road projects. Our business leaders include internally developed operational managers, highly qualified professionals and owner-entrepreneurs who join the organisation as a result of acquisitions. The sustained expansion of CRH as a group, since its foundation in 1970, has created a wide range of career opportunities for ambitious and talented people throughout the world. Our decentralised structure and entrepreneurial environment is particularly suited to attracting, motivating and retaining talented, committed, enthusiastic and well-qualified people.
Our company is committed to leadership and skills development at all levels of the organisation, encouraging and supporting the continuous professional development of its employees to achieve their potential. Our development philosophy involves leveraging challenging work assignments with targeted coaching and mentoring, augmented by formal training and education. Our Success is built on your Success Roadstone offers exciting and rewarding opportunities for talented, dedicated people. There’s no single type of person who succeeds in Roadstone. We are looking for people who have a passion for excellence and achieving results. You’ll need the ability to challenge and influence others, along with the capacity to adapt to new and different situations. The ability to build strong and effective relationships and to inspire and motivate others.