Science & Innovation - Global Technical, Supply Chain & Procurement Graduate Programme 2026gram[...]

Hispanic Alliance for Career Enhancement; Menstrie; On-site; GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global beverages company offers a European Graduate Programme in Scotland, focusing on Science & Innovation. Ideal candidates will have a degree in STEM and be mobile throughout the UK and Ireland. The Programme will provide hands-on experience and competitive salary (starting at around £38,000) with an industry-leading benefits package.

Benefits

Highly competitive salary

Annual bonus opportunity

Industry-leading benefits package

Qualifications

• Expected academic degree in STEM or related disciplines, including Food Science, Environmental Science, Brewing & Distilling, or Project Management.
• Proficiency in English.
• University graduates expected in 2026 or recent graduates within the last 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Participate in diverse rotations such as Laboratory & Process Development Specialist.
• Contribute to medium-scale projects with roles like Pack Specialist.
• Lead large-scale projects as Global Project Manager.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Proactive initiative

Communication

Education

Degree in STEM or related disciplines

Job description

Overview

European Graduate Programme

Function: Science & Innovation - Global Technical, Supply Chain & Procurement Graduate Programme

Locations: Scotland - Menstrie (Fife); Ireland - St James Gate (Dublin)

Start Date: 1st September 2026

Closing Date: 10th November 2025

About Us

With over 200 brands sold in nearly 180 countries, we are the world\'s leading premium drinks company. Join us to explore, collaborate, and innovate to build brands consumers love. You will test new ideas, learn, grow, and contribute to a brighter future.

Our Programme places you at the heart of a global business with hands-on experience and tailored learning for curious, driven minds.

Our Global Technical Programme

The Global Technical function is a dynamic part of our operations, focusing on innovation, research & development, quality and compliance, and efficiency across our operations and product lines. The function is responsible for:

• H&S, Environment, Quality and Regulatory Assurance: Upholding high standards of quality and safety for all operations and products.
• Brand Change and Innovation: Leading initiatives to refresh and evolve our brand portfolio.
• Research and Development: Leading cutting-edge research in science & technology in the beverage industry.
• Margin Enhancement Initiatives: Implementing strategic changes to improve gross margins through cross-functional collaboration.

Your mission is to innovate and grow while safeguarding our people, brands, and the environment. You\'ll develop tomorrow\'s product pipelines for brands such as Johnnie Walker, Guinness, Captain Morgan, Baileys, and Tanqueray. You will translate insights into actionable ideas that shape the future of our brands.

Working within the Global Technical function provides exposure to industry-leading strategies crucial to Diageo\'s leadership in the spirits industry.

What to Expect

What to Expect: building a career across Global Brand Change & Innovation, Science & Technology, Governance and Strategic Margin Enhancement opportunities.

Year 1: Building Foundations

• Immerse yourself in the core principles of the Global Technical function.
• Experience diverse rotations such as:
• Laboratory & Process Development Specialist
• Compliance & Governance Specialist
• Project Manager

Year 2: Expanding Horizons

• Enhance your expertise by exploring various Global Technical areas.
• Contribute to medium-scale projects that drive team initiatives with roles such as:
• Pack Specialist
• Category Project Manager

Year 3: Mastery and Leadership

• Develop profound functional knowledge while collaborating across Diageo Supply Chain & Procurement.
• Lead large-scale projects with roles such as:
• Global Project Manager
• Futures Programme Leader

Who we are looking for

Key Behaviours for Success: To thrive in this programme and function effectively within Diageo\'s Technical function, graduates should embody:

• Be an analytical thinker: Analyse data to make informed decisions and identify patterns.
• Be obsessed with the details: Focus on precision to ensure accuracy in all tasks.
• Enjoy problem solving: Find innovative ways to address challenges and solutions.
• Have a continuous improvement approach: Always seek ways to enhance processes.
• Be proactive and take initiative
• Be a great communicator and show leadership: Inspire and collaborate, leading by example.

Qualifications: You should have or be expecting an academic degree. For the Technical Graduate Programme, we are particularly interested in graduates with degrees in STEM or related disciplines including Food Science, Environmental Science, Environmental Sustainability, Brewing & Distilling, and Project Management. We expect to graduate in 2026 or have graduated within the last 2 years. Proficiency in English is required, and with opportunities across Europe you must be mobile and prepared to relocate geographically during the programme.

We welcome curious, flexible, self-motivated teammates who turn ideas into action and bring integrity, respect, and a passion for learning. A particular focus is welcome for data and analytics.

Eligibility: To be eligible for our graduate programmes, all candidates must have the continuous right to work in the UK and Ireland. Any offer of employment is conditional upon this requirement. Diageo (UK & IOI) does not provide sponsorship to undergraduates or graduates seeking the right to work in the UK.

Rewards

The Technical Graduate Programme offers a highly competitive salary (location-dependent; for example, year one salary in the UK is around £38,000), an annual bonus opportunity, and an industry-leading benefits package.

Application details

We have graduate opportunities across the business, each open for a limited time. Apply early and focus on one programme to maximise your chances. NB: Pymetrics is the first stage of the application process for all of our Early Careers programmes; results are used for all applications that require it within a one-year period. Assessment centres are typically held between November and February. You will hear from us closer to the time if you have progressed.

We value inclusivity and diversity, supporting a culture that respects all backgrounds, abilities, religions, gender identities, sexual orientations and ethnicities. Our business operates in 180 countries and we aim to reflect this diversity in our workforce and consumer base. Diversity is a key enabler for our growth and success.

Join our Graduate programme and support us in delivering our Spirit of Progress Plan to help create a more inclusive and sustainable world.