Management Trainee

Bidcorp; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading foodservice provider is looking for a Management Trainee. This role offers a structured 3-year rotational development program that includes placements in supply chain, finance, and operations across the UK. Ideal candidates will have a 2:1 or 1st degree and demonstrate leadership skills through various activities. You will engage in practical work and receive mentorship, preparing you for a successful career in management. Travel will be required as part of the program.

Benefits

Dedicated mentor

Job shadow opportunities

Additional training sessions

Qualifications

• Degree in any subject required.
• Demonstrated leadership through sport or work experience is preferred.
• Must have a full driving license.

Responsibilities

• Participate in an 18-month placement in Manchester.
• Engage in a rotational 3-year management development program.
• Work through various placements in supply chain, finance, and operations.

Skills

Leadership abilities

Willingness to learn

Full driving license

Education

2:1 or 1st degree

Job description

Management Trainee

Our journey began back in 1929. Since then, we've continued to build a strong and resilient business with a great future. It's why we believe we're the best foodservice provider in the country.

Where has your journey taken you so far?

• Do you have a 2:1 or 1st degree (in any subject)?
• Have you shown leadership abilities through sport, work experience or extra‑curricular activities?
• Do you have a full driving licence?
• Are you able to attend an in‑person assessment centre on the 19th February in Manchester?

So if you're keen to learn more about foodservice and management, why not make our journey your journey?

Play an important part in our journey

We're focused on the success and future of our business. So we're making sure we've got a strong pipeline of future leaders across the business to drive our business forward. As a management trainee graduate, you'll take part in a three‑year rotational development programme, which will see you jumpstart your career, alongside several other graduates across our business. Our graduate programmes aim to develop your knowledge and skills by providing the support you need to become a successful manager in our business. With this, we'll match your potential, capability, and aspirations with our current and future business needs.

Our programme includes a series of placements across departments to maximise your exposure and understanding of our full business operating cycle. Delivered through:

• An 18‑month placement in and around Manchester
• Followed by a further 18‑month placement based in and around Slough

You’ll carry out a diverse range of 26‑week placements covering supply chain, finance, corporate procurement and free trade sales, as well as operational placements in Transport and Warehouse operations. All with a focus on understanding the inner workings of our business to prepare you for your future role. At Bidfood, you'll be in charge of your own destiny. And you’ll get plenty of opportunities to get involved with company‑wide projects, business improvements and exploring various parts of the business.

As part of the programme, you’ll have a dedicated mentor, job shadow opportunities and a schedule of additional training and master class sessions offered to you, to enhance your knowledge and skills. So if you’re looking for a scheme that will challenge you, support your learning and provide you with an environment to push your personal growth – apply today!

For this vacancy, we are using a third party (GRB) to coordinate the applications and shortlisting. Please apply directly with them through the link below:

https://www.grb.uk.com/graduate-jobs/bidfood-graduate-future-leaders-scheme-manchester-36916/

This scheme will see you based around the UK, and you'll be expected to travel regularly.