Sysco GB
foodservice wholesale distribution
MerchandisingGraduateProgramme
“Merchandising Graduate Programme at Sysco GB. Skills: Merchandising, Procurement, Category Management, negotiation, supplier relationship management, pricing, cost optimisation. help shape how we source, select and deliver the food products. gain hands-on experience across the full procurement lifecycle”
What You'll Achieve.
help deliver the products that power our customers’ success; contribute towards business objectives
Industry & Context.
Analytical and problem-solving abilities; strategic thinkers who enjoy solving problems through data, partnerships, and smart, decisive action
Some travel required (includes graduate workshops, Merchandising or business events)
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
A minimum of a 2: 2 or above Bachelors degree (or equivalent), Right to work in the UK beyond a Graduate or Skilled Worker visa, interest in pursuing a career in Merchandising/Procurement, Genuine passion for food, Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment & independently, Analytical and problem-solving abilities, Proactive, adaptable, and eager to learn, Initiative and a growth mindset
Nice to Have
CIPS qualification (optional)
What You'll Do.
help shape how we source
select and deliver the food products
gain hands-on experience across the full procurement lifecycle
working directly with expert buyers and category managers
managing competing priorities and real commercial pressures
understanding how each function works
how they connect to Merchandising
and the day‑to‑day challenges they navigate
rotate through two key placements each time supporting a different key category area
taking responsibility for one of the product categories in that area
learning how to conduct all procurement & category activities to develop the hierarchy and contribute towards business objectives
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
cross-functional coordination; work collaboratively in a team environment; collaborate with a variety of teams; Networking opportunities with graduates, colleagues, and industry partners
Communication Scope
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; Communication & Presentations
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