Wincanton is the largest British third-party logistics company, providing supply chain consultancy and solutions to some of the world’s most well-known brands. Wincanton employs 20,000 people across more than 160 sites and have a 6,700 -strong fleet of vehicle. We work with some of the UK’s best-known companies including ASDA, B&Q, Sainsburys, Nestle, Heinz, BAE Systems and Primark to name but a few.
Our graduate programme
You will be expected to contribute and have an impact from day one fulfilling “actual roles” within warehousing, transport and projects rotating around the business every 6 months. You will develop knowledge, skills, and experience in all areas of our operations and will be supported by a structured learning and development programme alongside relevant job-related training including completing a Team Leader development programme in the first year. In return, we require you to be eager to learn, keen to get ahead, confident in challenging the ‘norm’ and be willing to experience different aspects of the business.
This is a brilliant opportunity to join a thriving business and build a career that will enable you to achieve your potential.
What are we looking for from you?
- As a minimum, we require you to have a 2:2 or above in any graduate qualification or equivalent
- Right to work in the UK beyond a Graduate Visa or Skilled work route
- Full Driving Licence by September 2025
- Flexible approach to location (you will be expected to move around the UK for different placements). We do provide assistance with relocation where required.
- The drive and desire to succeed in an exciting environment
What you’ll gain
Opportunities are available in different parts of our operations giving you invaluable industry experience. You will learn all aspects of supply chain and be involved in exciting and meaningful projects that will help you choose the best pathway for your career.
Wincanton has a wealth of experience and knowledge to draw upon, a pool of innovators who will support and help you grow.
You will also take part in projects with your Graduate cohort, as well as the Million Makers competition; organising fundraising activities to raise money for the Prince’s Trust.
Our Culture & Benefits
Our people are at the core of our business and what makes Wincanton great. That’s why we also provide significant opportunities for career development and progression, as well as training enrichment and multi-skilling, in a dynamic working environment. We really value our people and offer a friendly working environment and a focus on developing your skills. Benefits include a starting salary of £29,000 per annum, 25 days holiday (+8 days Bank Holiday), access to a company pension scheme with employer contributions and more:
- Cycle to work scheme
- Holiday trading scheme
- Dental Cash Plan
- Share Incentive Plan
- Childcare Vouchers
- Eye care vouchers
- Employee retail discounts including cinema, supermarkets, shopping, and restaurants
We also offer a £1,000 Welcome Bonus to help you out! These are just some of the reasons that make Wincanton a great place to work!
Be a part of our values; We’re Thoughtful, We’re Aiming High and We’re Prepared.
Selection process
Our selection process is straight forward. You will be expected to complete an online assessment and if you meet all our entry criteria a member of our People team will contact you to book a video interview. (Don’t worry this will be with a real person!) If successful, you will be invited to our assessment centre. These will take place virtually on the 12th December, 29th January and 4th March so please save one of these dates! The start date for the programme is the 1st September.
