Category Graduate

Müller UK & Ireland is wholly owned by Unternehmensgruppe Theo Müller which employs over 31,000 people throughout Europe. In the UK, Müller develops, manufactures and markets a wide range of branded and private label dairy products made with milk from 1,300 farmers in Britain.Müller is ranked within the top 20 in The Grocer’s Top 100 list of Britain’s Biggest Brands and is picked from shelves millions of times each year. Müller UK & Ireland includes:

Müller Milk & Ingredients which aims to be Britain’s private label dairy leader and produces branded and private label fresh milk, cream, butter and ingredients products. It boasts a network of dairies and depots servicing customers throughout the country.

Müller Yogurt & Desserts which is the UK’s leading yogurt manufacturer which aims to create millions more Müller moments for its consumers. It is responsible for major brands like Müller Corner, Müllerlight, Müller Bliss, Müller Rice, FRijj and Müller Kefir Smoothie and produces chilled desserts under licence from Mondelez International. It also supplies the UK private label yogurt market from a dedicated, state of the art yogurt facility.

Müller Category Graduate

Release your potential with Müller

Business Unit

Müller Milk and Ingredients

Industry

FMCG

Role

Category Graduate

Location

Home Based

Start date

August / September

Salary

£30,000

Company Details

Are you ready to unleash your potential and build an exciting career in finance with Britian’s most chosen dairy brand? Müller UK & Ireland, part of the renowned Unternehmensgruppe Theo Müller, invites you to join our Finance Graduate Programme. With over 26,000 employees across Europe and a long-standing commitment to excellence, Müller is a family-owned business known for its dedication to quality, innovation, and growth. In the UK alone, we produce a wide range of leading branded and private-label dairy products, from yogurts and desserts to butter and flavoured milk.

Müller UK & Ireland is subdivided into 2 business areas:

• Müller Yogurts and Desserts (MYD)
• Müller Milk and Ingredients (MMI)

Why Choose Müller?

As a major food and dairy manufacturer, we’re driven by a bold vision and a commitment to empower our people to excel. At Müller, we embrace courage, promote forward-thinking, and believe that our greatest strength lies in our people. Joining us means embarking on a journey where your personal drive is valued, and your career is nurtured.

About the Programme

Our Category Graduate Programme is designed to develop the next generation of category leaders within Müller. Over the course of the programme, you will help in leading the development of the dairy category in the UK, working closely with retailers and our account teams. As a Müller graduate, you’ll gain hands-on experience in analysing product and consumer data, generating key business insights, and supporting the launch of innovative products, all while developing essential skills that are invaluable for a range of future careers. You will work on real projects and tailored training to build a strong foundation for your career in Category. After completing the programme, you’ll continue to expand your expertise, developing key skills that will prove invaluable in a Category department.

What’s Included in the Programme?

As a Müller Category Graduate, you will be responsible for:

• Retailer Account Management: Owning relationship with key retailers and providing data-driven recommendations to improve product performance
• Range Reviews & Market Presentations: Supporting the creation and delivery of range reviews, compiling insights that influence market strategies
• Data Analysis & Reporting: Creating bespoke reports, developing new methods for analysing data, and uncovering actionable insights
• Marketing Insights: Collaborating with data and insights providers to commission research projects, conduct store reviews, and compile market activity reports
• Strategy Support: Assisting the wider team with long-term strategy development
• Project Management: Own ‘specific projects’ as relevant to MMI’s strategic priorities

What We Offer:

• Top-Tier Training and Development: Receive training from leading professionals in the industry and build skills that last a lifetime
• Career Guidance: Regular feedback and career planning to help you navigate you journey and achieve your goals
• Networking Opportunities: Join a community of Early Career employees, allowing for valuable connections and peer support
• Competitive Salary and Benefits: A comprehensive package, including coverage of travel and accommodation expenses for off-site opportunities, a 5% bonus and a pension Employer Contribution Scheme (matched up to 8%)
• Other Benefits includes: 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), 2x Lift Assurance, business supplied IT equipment, access to Aviva Digicare +, Exclusive access to Müller Rewards, offering a variety of online and in-store discounts and more
• Category Courses: Opportunity to complete courses in leadership and work with professionals, to develop the skills that will propel your career.

What Will You Need?

To be part of Müller’s Category Graduate Programme, you will need:

• A STEM or business-related Degree: at 2:1 or above, completed within the last three years
• Travel: Flexibility to travel to other Müller sites for the purpose of project work or learning activities with expenses covered
• UK Driver’s License: Must hold a UK driving license
• UK Residency: Eligibility to work in the UK and not be in any full-time education
• Consumer focus: Consumer focused approach and collaborative spirit
• Curiosity: Curiosity to learn and the ambition to make an impact
• Analytical skills: Analytical skills and a strong sense of business acumen

Role Details:

• Hours: Full-time, 40 hours / week (Monday to Friday)
• Location: Home Based
• Salary: £30,000 per annum

Start Your Journey with Müller

Are you ready to join a programme that’s as rewarding as it is challenging? If you’re looking to kickstart you career in Category with a role that combines professional growth, hand-on experience, and personal development, then Müller is the place for you.

Apply Today and Build Your Future with Us!

Contact Details:

F.A.O. UK Recruitment, Müller UK & Ireland, Shrewsbury Road, Market Drayton, Shropshire, TF9 3SQ