International Graduate Program

Formica; Cincinnati (OH); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Formica is seeking a candidate for the International Graduate Program based in Cincinnati, Ohio. This program will train you on various challenging projects across different countries over 18 months. The role requires 2-5 years of analytical experience, the ability to relocate internationally, and a Bachelor’s degree. You will work closely with the company Leadership Team, developing insights related to financial reporting and production efficiency while engaging in regular international travel.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in an analytical based role.
• Must be able to relocate internationally for 12 months.
• Possession of a valid passport is required.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to group strategy and support local company initiatives.
• Analyze and synthesize the company’s financial results.
• Provide insights on production efficiency and cash management.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Financial reporting

Manufacturing experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The International Graduate Program is our way of investing in young talents who have just graduated from university while developing future leaders for the companies in our business portfolio.

Over a period of 18 months, you will work on two or three challenging projects in different countries and companies within the group. If you strive to get the most out of yourself and to make an impact in an international environment, this is a powerful start to your career.

We offer projects linked to business analytics, engineering, R&D, sustainability and legal as a first step inside the group companies.

You can read more about the program, examples of projects and testimonials of (former) trainees on our website.

Responsibilities

• Begin working as an individual contributor under direction of the company Leadership Team at the North American headquarters and contribute to group strategy and support local company initiatives.
• Partner with individual operating companies and gain an in-depth understanding of the daily, weekly, and monthly financial reporting requirements.
• Develop analytical skills by analyzing and synthesizing the company’s financial results, while focusing on bigger picture and providing an outside perspective. This will involve regular international travel to the locations of a designated operating company in order gain a clear understanding of business initiatives.
• During a period of one year, the incumbent will gain exposure to multiple operating companies as well as their teams. The incumbent will look at the long‑term development of the companies and work on strategy to support various initiatives.
• Provide insight related to strength or opportunity in the areas of production efficiency, margins per channel, inflation/ deflations, and cash management across all companies.
• After the initial period, the incumbent will move to one of the operating companies in a role that fits the phase of their development.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2‑5 years of experience in an analytical based role.
• Manufacturing experience preferred.
• High level of analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to relocate to an international location for a period of 12 months after being onboarded locally.
• Possession of a valid passport.
• The candidate must live outside of the European Union at the time of application.
• Ability to successfully pass drug and background requirements.

Education

Bachelors or better.

Licenses & Certifications

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