Graduate Schemes 2026
Kick-start your career with Premier Foods, where passion meets purpose and every day brings new opportunities for success.
Opportunities available in:
Commercial • Marketing • Procurement • Finance • Manufacturing Operations & Supply Chain • IT
Our tailored programmes offer:
- £30,000 starting salary + benefits
- Rotational placements for broad business exposure
- Two-week induction and structured development
- Professional training, mentoring, and CEO project participation
What makes us different?
At Premier Foods, we put people first. You’ll join a warm, inclusive culture that celebrates individuality, champions growth and innovation, and gives you the chance to work with some of the UK’s best-loved brands. We’re not just building careers—we’re building a community where everyone can thrive.
Minimum requirements:
Right to work in the UK, relevant degree and a passion for FMCG.
A UK driving licence is required for the following schemes:
- Commercial
- Manufacturing Operations & Supply Chain
Meet our Graduates
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Ava Warren (Procurement Graduate)
"I’m a Business & Management graduate whose passion for procurement began during a Dubai internship; a highlight has been visiting a packaging supplier in Greece for a manufacturing review. I’m now aiming to become a Procurement Manager, ready to take on higher‑risk, higher‑spend categories"
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Joe Lathan (Operations graduate)
"One highlight was travelling to Belfast to oversee a Factory Acceptance Test on a new dewatering unit, then managing its installation. This hands-on experience strengthened my problem-solving, organisational and leadership skills. I’m excited to grow as a Project Engineer and progress to Project Manager"
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Anna Blair-Sloan (Marketing graduate)
“Launching the first products I worked on was a proud moment! My degree in Human Geography sharpened my analytical skills and passion for understanding people, which I’ve applied throughout the marketing graduate scheme. Early experience in a digital agency confirmed marketing as my career path, and now I’m working towards becoming an Assistant Brand Manager.”
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James Kinaz (IT graduate)
“Premier Foods has given me incredible opportunities – from volunteering in stores during our festive campaign to tackling challenges in Insight and Intelligent Automation. I’m excited to keep growing as a data engineer and future leader.”
What to expect
Join a programme designed to fast-track your growth.
After a two-week induction blending office, remote, and on-site experience, you’ll dive into your chosen business area while exploring other parts of our organisation through rotational opportunities.
Real Responsibility from Day One – Make an impact and lead projects early.
- Gain invaluable skills plus professional qualifications.
- Work across teams, sites, and functions to understand our business inside out.
- After two years, step into a role with significant responsibility.
Your ambition, innovation, and resilience will shape your success. Ready to start your journey?