Graduate Scheme – Change Manager

Booker; Royton; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Colleague discounts across Booker and.

Share schemes

Matched pension

Life assurance

Wellbeing support services (including

Job summary

Booker, part of the Tesco Group, invites applications for its Commercial Strategy & Change Graduate Scheme in the UK. The programme offers exposure to Customer Relationship & Contracts and Supply Chain, with structured learning, mentoring, and real business challenges.

Salary: £32,000. Start Date: 6 Sept 2027. You will build partnerships, support contract delivery, analyse data for better outcomes, and lead change initiatives as you progress into leadership roles.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate potential, curiosity and willingness to learn.
• Strong problem-solving mindset and adaptable to change.
• Commercial awareness with a customer-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage customer and stakeholder relationships.
• Support contract delivery and commercial performance.
• Analyse data to improve operational and supply chain outcomes.
• Contribute to and lead change initiatives.
• Take increasing ownership as you progress through the programme.

Skills

Customer relationships

Contract management

Negotiation

Data analysis

Change management

Leadership potential

Education

2:2 degree in relevant discipline

Job description

About the role

Are you driven by strategy, relationships, and making meaningful business improvements? Our Commercial Strategy & Change Graduate Scheme offers a unique opportunity to develop the skills needed to influence customers, optimise supply chains, and lead transformational change.

The rotational graduate scheme is designed to give you exposure to high-impact areas, building your commercial acumen and strategic thinking:

Commercial (Customer Relationship & Contracts)

Develop your ability to build and manage strong customer partnerships. You’ll gain experience in contract management, negotiation, and delivering value-led solutions that strengthen long-term relationships.

Supply Chain

Build a strong understanding of how our operations deliver for customers. You’ll explore planning, logistics, and performance optimisation, using data and insight to drive efficiency and service excellence.

You’ll Get

• Structured learning and development throughout the programme
• Exposure to senior leaders and real business challenges
• Clear progression opportunities following successful completion
• A supportive and inclusive environment where you can thrive

Salary: £ 32,000

Start Date: 6 Sept 2027

You will be responsible for

• Building and managing customer and stakeholder relationships
• Supporting contract delivery and commercial performance
• Analysing data to improve operational and supply chain outcomes
• Contributing to and leading change initiatives
• Taking increasing ownership as you progress through the programme

You will need

This section is here to help you get a feel for what each scheme is about and what might suit you best. Don’t worry if you don’t have all the skills listed - we don’t expect you to. We’re looking for potential, curiosity, and a willingness to learn. We’ll support you to build the rest.

• A passion for people, understanding customer needs and ensuring products and services are delivered effectively
• Enjoy working with and supporting others to achieve shared goals, and build positive relationships and collaborate effectively with a wide range of people.
• Have strong problem-solving skills and a desire to continuously improve things.
• Be curious about how a business operates and what drives great customer experiences.
• Demonstrate initiative and a willingness to take ownership of challenges.
• Be adaptable and resilient in fast-paced, changing environments.
• Show enthusiasm for developing leadership skills and making a positive impact on teams and customers.
• Strong communicators who can influence and inspire others
• Commercially aware with a problem-solving mindset
• On track for a 2:2 degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline

Above all, we're looking for individuals who are motivated to learn, embrace new experiences and grow their careers while helping the business succeed.

Whats in it for you?

At Booker, you'll be given real responsibility from day one and the opportunity to make a genuine impact in one of the UK's leading wholesale businesses. As part of the Tesco Group, you'll gain exposure to a large, fast-paced operation while developing the skills, experience and confidence to grow into a future leadership role

Alongside structured training, coaching and mentoring, you'll benefit from a competitive rewards package designed to support you both professionally and personally. This includes colleague discounts across Booker and Tesco, access to share schemes, a matched pension, life assurance and a range of wellbeing support services including a 24/7 Virtual GP and Employee Assistance Programme. Click here to find out more

About Us

You might know Booker as the UK's leading food and drink wholesaler, serving independent retailers, pubs, restaurants and local businesses across the country. But we’re much more than that. With over 190 branches, distribution centres, logistics operations and support functions nationwide, it takes thousands of colleagues working together to keep our business moving and our customers thriving.

At Booker, our colleagues share one goal: helping our customers succeed. Whether that’s ensuring the right products are in the right place at the right time, providing outstanding service, or finding new ways to improve how we operate, every role makes a difference. Just as no two customers are the same, neither are our colleagues, and that’s something we celebrate.

We’re a business where people can learn, grow and build rewarding careers. From day one, you’ll be supported with training, development opportunities, mentoring and coaching to help you reach your potential. We have a strong track record of developing our people and promoting from within, creating exciting opportunities for those who are eager to learn and take on new challenges.

We’re proud to be a place where everyone is welcome and valued. We are committed to creating an inclusive recruitment process and working environment where colleagues can be themselves and perform at their best. If you need any adjustments or support during the application process, we’re here to help. And if you’re excited about the opportunity but don't feel you meet every requirement, we'd still love to hear from you.