This role offers the opportunity to join one of the world’s leading consumer goods organisations and gain hands-on experience within a global supply chain operation. You’ll contribute to ensuring high-impact brands reach millions of consumers reliably, efficiently and at scale.
The Supply Chain function works at the core of the business, driving end-to-end product availability, operational excellence and continuous innovation. You’ll be exposed to world-class systems, automation, analytics and cross-functional collaboration across manufacturing, logistics, distribution and retail partners.
Key Criteria
* Currently studying for a degree with a placement year (priority given to 2028 graduates)
* Interest in supply chain, operations, logistics, or analytical roles
* Strong problem-solving skills and ability to analyse data effectively
* Demonstrated leadership qualities through academic, work or extracurricular achievements
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Ability to manage workload, work collaboratively and adapt in a fast-paced environment
* Available for the full 12-month placement (1 July 2026 – 30 June 2027)
* Eligible for a shorter 3–6 month placement if graduating in 2026 or 2027
What to Expect
During your placement, you’ll gain insight into the full supply chain lifecycle — forecasting, planning, logistics, product launches, promotional execution and customer operations. You’ll take responsibility for real projects that directly impact product flow, commercial performance and retailer experience.
Examples of placement work include:
* Leading supply chain project work for new launches or promotional initiatives
* Analysing key data to support forecasting, planning and performance insights
* Optimising processes across distribution, logistics and inventory management
* Acting as a supply chain partner for major UK retailers
* Using advanced analytics and automation tools to improve efficiency
From day one, you’ll work within a diverse and collaborative team, receiving structured training and ongoing support from experienced mentors.
What You Will Gain
* Real impact: Ownership of genuine business projects with measurable outcomes.
* Training & Development: Formal training, on-the-job learning and daily coaching from experienced supply chain professionals.
* Competitive Benefits: £31,500 annual salary, double-matched pension, health insurance, stock scheme and a flexible benefits fund.
* Career Pathways: High-performing interns may be offered a full-time graduate role after completion of their degree.
Eligibility
* Intended for students graduating in 2028, completing a placement year as part of their degree.
* Applications also welcomed from students graduating in 2026 or 2027, or recent graduates, for short placements.
* Strong communication skills and a genuine interest in supply chain, operations or business processes.