Business Graduate

**Business Graduate**

**Location**:Any UK

Come join Alexander Dennis on our mission to save the planet. We are transforming public transport globally by designing, manufacturing, and servicing greener, more eco-friendly, buses and coaches.

Our people are our biggest asset, making us the hugely successful company we are. We are transforming how we work, offering team members more flexibility around how they live and work.

We’re in the middle of the biggest new product development agenda in our history and you will play a pivotal role in the success of this through the delivery of cost reduction and value analysis and value engineering projects.

**Your dream role**:
Are you ready to embark on a comprehensive journey of professional growth and development? Our Business Graduate Programme offers an unparalleled opportunity to immerse yourself in the intricacies of our organisation over two dynamic years.

Throughout the programme, you'll undertake four six-month functional placements, carefully crafted to provide a diverse and enriching experience.

But what exactly can you expect from these placements? We've meticulously designed our programme to offer a well-rounded experience, ensuring exposure to key areas of our business. With guidance from HR Leaders and the Executive Leadership Team, you'll navigate through the following domains:

- Customer and/or Demand Focus (e.g., Commercial): Dive into the heart of our customer-centric operations, gaining insights into market dynamics, sales strategies, and consumer behaviour.
- Supply Chain and/or Procurement: Explore the intricacies of our supply chain management, from sourcing and procurement to logistics and distribution, learning to optimise processes and drive efficiency.
- Operational and/or Aftermarket: Gain firsthand experience in our operational processes and aftermarket services, delving into areas such as production management, quality control, and post-sales support.
- Business Support and/or Engineering: Get a behind-the-scenes look at the backbone of our organization, whether it's through supporting functions like finance, human resources, or delving into the innovative world of engineering and product development.

Each placement is carefully curated to provide you with the skills, knowledge, and insights necessary to thrive in today's dynamic business landscape. Are you ready to seize this unparalleled opportunity and chart your course towards a successful career?

**What does that mean for you?**
- Generous salary package - with the opportunity for a salary review and increase on successful completion of each 6 month placement.
- A half day on a Friday. Yes, every Friday. Giving you more time at the weekend to do the things you love with the people you love.
- A 37-hour working week, with flexible working options, giving you that much needed work/life balance.
- Annual leave entitlement which increases with tenure.
- Pension scheme to help you save for the future.
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme which offers practical, impartial support on issues impacting your life.
- Cycle to work scheme, discounted gym membership, and regular meditation sessions as your health and wellbeing is important to us.

Interested and want to find out more? Check out our YouTube channel or LinkedIn

**What you will bring**:

- Recently degree qualified and any field of study
- Intellectually curious and highly motivated to succeed.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to build relationships with stakeholders across all levels of seniority.
- Pragmatic and creative - being able to challenge the status quo - bringing a fresh perspective and new ideas.
- Numerical, analytical and comfortable working with data.
- Calm under pressure and the ability to prioritise a busy workload.
- Able to work in ambiguous situations, under your own initiative.
- Flexible and agile to shift priorities in line with business needs.

**Next steps**:

- Recommend a Friend is NOT applicable for this role.