Graduate Programme, Maths, IT, Physics etc, £22k, East Midlands

Graduate Programme, Maths, IT, Physics or similar, £22k, East Midlands

Our client is a global leader in retail and distribution optimisation software, who, through its modular software systems work with clients to improve their retailing and logistics performance, reducing costs, time and waste to deliver increased levels of engagement, revenues and profit. 

The company run a successful graduate recruitment programme and have recently announced that it is to continue this in 2012.

The graduate programme has been set up to create the next generation of management. The programme runs yearly and has had its share of success stories, with many graduates having climbed the ranks after proving their abilities

We are currently seeking analytical graduates from a host of disciplines such as Mathematics, IT, Physics, Computer Science to join the business in an Application Consultant role. The role offers fresh graduates the chance to work with some of the top names in the retail sector across the globe including Carlsberg, Mars and Unilever, installing and customising the company’s software to meet their needs. The programme seeks to find and develop its next generation of business leaders.

Julian Miller joined in 2006 and is now Development Team Manager, involved in the development of future strategy, and responsible for a team of six managing large technical customer implementations.

Speaking of his experience Julian said: "If you like travel and to be busy then this is a great place to work - we have customers and offices all over the world.  I have visited over 15 countries and have just returned from a trip to India."

Similarly Martin Wynn, who joined the company just last year, has also seen fast progression. "As I learnt more skills, my involvement in the projects and level of responsibility has increased.  I have recently completed an entire application set up for Carlsberg in the Baltics and will be travelling to Latvia to train the client next week! One thing that has impressed me about my employer is how approachable everyone is. All of the team are eager to help in any way and share knowledge and experiences".

Graduates on the scheme begin at a grass roots level, and are encouraged to make an impact from day one, with real responsibility from the outset to enable them to climb the ranks.

We are looking for exceptional analytical graduates from a mathematical, Computing or scientific background with an interest in the IT sector. You will have excellent communication skills, with the ability to operate autonomously and as part of a team. You will need to be self-motivated, personable and adaptable in your approach. Applicants must be flexible and enjoy travel as well as have a full UK driver’s license.

Although you will be required to travel, your base will be in their East Midlands offices which is commutable from Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire and Cambridgeshire.

Working for our client you will enjoy the security and success of being within a financially sound organisation. They offer candidates an extremely competitive starting salary of £22k per annum, rising significantly through training and progression.