Key Takeaways
- 18-month Supply Chain Management Trainee scheme in London.
- Gain experience in Demand Planning, Supply Planning, and Physical Logistics through rotations.
- Starting salary of £36,500, rising to £41,500 upon scheme completion.
- Applications close on 20th November; programme starts July 2027.
- Open to final-year students or recent graduates (within the past two years).
About the Role
About the Scheme
This 18-month Supply Chain Management Trainee scheme is based at L'Oréal's UK headquarters in White City, London.
Rotations
You will complete three six-month rotations across Demand Planning, Supply Planning, and Physical Logistics. You will report to a Supply Chain Manager in each rotation.
What You'll Do
- Review sales information, market trends, and promotions to support sales forecasts.
- Collaborate with teams on product launches to ensure timely product availability.
- Monitor stock levels and understand how to balance product availability with excess stock risks.
- Support distribution activities and work with teams across the logistics network.
- Participate in projects with departments like Marketing, Commercial, and Customer Care to enhance product movement from production to customers.
What We're Looking For
No prior Supply Chain experience is required. L'Oréal is seeking candidates with potential, curiosity, and a willingness to learn. Key attributes assessed during recruitment include:
- Ambition: Motivation, energy, and a drive for growth.
- Resilience: Ability to remain composed, learn from setbacks, and persevere.
- Empathy: Active listening, respect for diverse perspectives, and a collaborative spirit.
- Judgement: Logical thinking and balanced decision-making, even in new situations.
- Learning Agility: Curiosity, receptiveness to feedback, and adaptability.
- AI Fluency: Openness to using AI tools responsibly and awareness of trustworthy AI principles.
Candidates should also have an interest in product manufacturing and delivery, confidence working with data and numbers, and a practical problem-solving approach.
Right to Work
This scheme leads to a guaranteed operational role upon successful completion. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK for the longer term.
What's In It For You?
- Three rotations to explore different Supply Chain areas.
- Structured mentoring and on-the-job learning opportunities.
- Real responsibility and the chance to contribute from day one.
- An inclusive environment that welcomes diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
- The opportunity to contribute to work supporting brands' societal and environmental commitments.
Key Dates
- Applications close: 20th November
- Programme start: July 2027
- Starting salary: £36,500, rising to £41,500 on completion of the scheme.