Procurement & Hilton Supply Management Placement

Embark on a 12-month transformative journey within the Procurement & Supply Management Department at Hilton's Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) Headquarters in Watford.

This programme offers:

• Structured Learning: A framework of learning and development opportunities, business support activities, and ownership of project-based initiatives.
• Operational Experience: Full integration into Team Hilton, connecting with professionals and gaining insight into Procurement & Supply Management. Opportunity to gain insight into at least one other business area.
• Real-World Projects: Apply your skills on the job through business-driven projects.
• World-Class Training: Access Hilton University’s e-learning modules and business library.
• Personalised Guidance: Regular feedback and coaching to support your progress.
• Hilton Perks: Includes the Go Hilton Team Member Travel Program offering heavily reduced hotel room rates.

Salary & Benefits

• £27,500 gross per annum
• Private healthcare
• Subsidised restaurant, games area, and free in-house gym at the Watford HQ.

Your Role

You will experience all areas of the UK&I Procurement and Customer Engagement, including:

Customer Engagement Support

• Assist in creating monthly and quarterly business reviews for HSM key customers.
• Assist with onboarding new HSM customers.
• Research enquiries on product availability, pricing, specifications, produce usage and recommendations.

UK&I Procurement Support

• Evaluate supplier information and performance using multiple data streams.
• Support the management of e-Procurement systems.
• Assist with onboarding new suppliers, including e-Procurement systems and supplier orientation.
• Support the maintenance of property and supplier lists.
• Support tender activities, including building tender activities, maintaining the tender process and analysis of results.
• Support tracking and reporting on Responsible Sourcing initiatives.

Administrative & Support Activities

• Build constructive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate and provide project and general admin support to the HSM team.
• Produce ad-hoc presentations.
• Attend departmental meetings pertinent to work assignments.
• Assist with scheduling of meetings, including preparation of support materials.

What We’re Looking For

• A strong sense of alignment to Hilton's culture and values.
• A current bachelor’s or master’s student completing a degree that includes a required 12-month year in industry placement.
• Degree in Business Administration, Hospitality Management, or similar is preferred.
• Availability to begin full-time employment on 5th July 2027, for a full-time 12-month placement.
• You must have the independent right to work in the UK for the full duration of the 12-month placement. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route.
• Fluency in English (spoken and written).
• A genuine interest in Procurement & Supply Management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent time management skills, with the ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Proficient in Excel with the ability to learn new programmes such as eProcurement and CRM tools.
• Highly numerate with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Working knowledge in the creation of Microsoft PowerPoint presentations.
• Absolute discretion and confidentiality regarding sensitive information.

Selection Process

• Online assessments.
• In-person or virtual interview.

Important Dates

• Application Close Date: Sunday 1st November 2026
• Start Date: 5th July 2027