IT Graduate

This is a great opportunity for an ambitious Graduate who is self-driven, enthusiastic and flexible who wants to join a large FMCG organisation. The role will suit someone who can demonstrate strong analytical capabilities and has an interest in data analytics, is a strong communicator who can work well in a team and who will flourish in a fast-paced environment where you are given early responsibility.

We have an IT graduate opportunity within our Data Analytics team, the team comprises of database and data visualisation developers, business analysts and project management. The analytics team are key to driving our pillar to "Use data analytics/ insights to provide true competitive advantage to the business".

Our IT function is split into 3 areas, each is headed up by a senior manager.

1. Technology & Service
2. Commercial Systems (Including Analytics and Automation)
3. Supply Chain Systems

In total, we have a team of 90, (based in various locations including St Albans, Manchester and Winchester), and work with a number of 3rd parties who provide us with Networking capabilities as well as specialist, technical and development activity.

The 2-year graduate programme will see you working within the IT Data Analytics centre of excellence. The team are working to introduce and build upon a new advanced data platform and visualisation tool which will enable the business on the road to outperformance.

As part of the role, you will be responsible for:

1. Working with stakeholders across the business and IT
2. Taking business reporting requirements and delivering these through our new business reporting tools
3. Gain an understanding of data platforms, models and queries with SAP BW and AWS redshift
4. Build development skills within our visualisation reporting tool
5. Work with the internal analytics team and our partners to deliver analytics requirements
6. Work on new technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML)

Travel may be required to different locations, which may include overnight stays.

1. Analytical mindset
2. Self-management (Time management)
3. Attention to detail
4. Problem solving / diagnostic skills
5. Communication skills
6. Presentation skills

Typically, you will possess a degree demonstrating abilities in logic, analysis and data interpretation such as maths, statistics, economics, computing and engineering.

1. Degree qualified 2:1 minimum achieved (or expected)
2. Clear career aspirations demonstrated through employment or work experience/placement
3. UK driving licence
4. Experience of leadership roles across sports, hobbies or other interests
5. Strong Communicator both oral and written
6. Skilled in Microsoft Suite

1. Starting salary of £30,000 per annum
2. Attractive benefits package including: 25 days holiday plus statutory holidays, pension scheme, life assurance, employee discount scheme including travel, food and shopping discounts.
3. Relocation support loan
4. Holiday purchase scheme
5. Sharesave scheme
6. A business mentor
7. Employee assistance scheme
8. More than 10 days of off-job development workshops covering such topics as communication, presentation and influencing skills
9. Invitations to social events and executive networking opportunities. Our graduates are sociable and enjoy informal dinners and drinks and have the opportunity to attend more formal events such as charity dinners and sales conferences.

Click apply, submitting an up-to-date CV tailored to this opportunity. We look forward to hearing from you.

Premier Foods is one of Britain's biggest listed food companies, employing over 4,000 colleagues at 13 manufacturing sites and offices up and down the country. Many of our brands have been part of UK life for more than a century and you'll find them in 90% of British households.

At Premier foods we believe in inclusion, authenticity and individuality. We aim to ensure all existing and future colleagues are given equitable opportunities and are respected, valued and encouraged to bring their true authentic selves to work no matter who they are, what they look like, who they love or what they believe in. Our culture is one where everyone is welcome.