Management Trainee

We are working on the behalf of a focused European textile service business with leading positions in most of the countries in which it operates.
They provide service solutions to source, clean and maintain the textiles that customers need to keep their operations running effectively.
Due to group alignment throughout the company, an extremely exciting opportunity has arisen to join this progressive company as the first UK based Management Trainee.
If you possess a 2:2 Engineering or Commercial degree minimum or equivalent, see your future in a management role in a forward thinking company and you maintain a full driving license then this opportunity may be the one for you.
Overview
The Management Trainee program is a two year program with an additional month induction. After the induction the 2 years are structured by 4 projects of 6 months each. The first 3 projects will take you into different business lines and plants in the UK. The fourth project will be in a department abroad.
During your time as a management trainee you will gain strategic and operational knowledge and insight into the business lines within the company. The goal is for you to experience and develop competencies in Management and leadership behaviours.
As a talented and ambitious Graduate you will want to be challenged therefore you will be involved in key projects from the start. Understanding the intricacies of achieving operational goals and solving problems under the pressure of deadlines will be critical to your success. It will sharpen your planning skills and allow you to identify key business issues. It will enhance your confidence to weigh up alternative responses, decide on the best option and communicate your ideas to colleagues. And it will develop your ability to work effectively as part of a co-ordinated, results-driven team.
The Person
*An excellent telephone manner;
*Good written communication;
*Demonstrate leadership skills from the start;
*Focussed on making a difference;
*A team focused approach;
*Commercially minded;
*Resilience and tenacity;
*Ability to engage in a positive way with colleagues
*Determination, drive and a 'will to win';
*The intellect, flexibility and sense of humour necessary to overcome difficulties;
*Energy and enthusiasm about our client's brand, but with the maturity and gravitas to be credible;
*Ability to use technology and appreciate its range and scope of commercial applications;
*Responsive to requirements;
*Be an excellent ambassador for the Company;
Good academic credentials are important, of course. But you will also need to demonstrate a keen interest in operation of the business and have the initiative and drive to take on new challenges and work to tight deadlines.
If you want a fast tracked career towards management and possess all the right personal skills we look forward to hearing from you.