* Managing process flows and supporting commercial projects
* Delivering efficiency improvements and waste reduction
* Leading operational teams and developing your own leadership skills
* Understanding core meat industry processes, including retail production, manufacturing, procurement and chilling regimes
In the second year, the programme expands to include:
* Practical butchery experience
* Business costings and strategic planning
* Commercial development and people management
* Sustainability and supply chain management
* Programme Benefits
This graduate programme offers a range of benefits designed to support your development.
* Immediate responsibility and impact
* Mentorship and support from industry experts
* Structured training in leadership, sustainability, and commercial strategy
* Career development opportunities in a growing, innovative company
* Up to £7,000 in Learning and Development training
We seek ambitious, adaptable graduates, eager to grow fast and make a difference. You will need:
* A degree in Agri, Food Science, Business or Management (minimum 2:2 preferred)
* Strong numeracy and IT skills ( Excel proficiency essential)
* Attention to detail and commitment to quality
* Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills
* Resilience, initiative and a passion for continuous learning
* Due to the remoteness of some of our factories we are seeking candidates that hold a full UK driving licence
ABP is one of Europe's leading beef processors. Our success is built on entrepreneurship, technological investment and industry expertise. As key stakeholders in the integrity of the food supply chain we are focused on ensuring full traceability of our products.
Our core business - ABP Beef - is supported by its renewable, pet food and protein divisions which combine to maximise the value of by-products and minimise environmental impact for both ABP and our customers. Over the past decade, our business has doubled in size and continues to pursue growth opportunities through organic initiatives and strategic acquisitions. Opportunity Details Your primary role will be to assist in the operational running of the business. You will be hands-on from day one, learning how our operations run and making a real impact.