Kepak Commercial Graduate Programme 2027 - Ireland

The Graduate programme is designed to equip participants with the essential skills, knowledge, and experience needed to succeed in the meat processing industry, specifically within our sales and commercial teams. Graduates will start by gaining hands-on experience on the factory floor, providing a solid foundation in operations before progressing into sales and account management roles. The programme lasts 2 years.

Responsibilities

Customer Engagement: Develop and maintain strong relationships with customers by understanding their specific needs and delivering bespoke solutions; Sales & Negotiation: Lead and manage sales activities, from prospecting to closing deals, ensuring revenue and margin targets are met; Market Analysis: Monitor industry trends, competitor activities, and market conditions to adapt sales strategies; Project Management: Oversee the implementation of sales and marketing plans, ensuring timely execution and alignment with company goals; Brand Ambassador: Represent the company at industry events and promote brand values; Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements in sales and operations

Requirements

Mobile and willing to travel throughout the programme to undertake development activities at any of the company's sites in the UK and Ireland; Undergraduates from all disciplines and backgrounds will be considered; Strong abilities in channel and customer strategy, account management, joint business planning, and commercial analysis; Demonstrated understanding of the sales process within the food industry, including pricing, margins, and costings; Team player with a collaborative approach; Self-motivation and comfort working independently; Confidence and assertiveness; Adaptability to different roles, challenges, and environments; Alignment with core values: Responsibility, Ambition, Passion for Food, Teamwork

Nice to have

Prior experience in food service, FMCG, or a related industry

Benefits

Employee Discount Scheme; Service-Related Annual Leave; Discounted Health Insurance; Educational Assistance/L&D; Discounted Meat Products; Cycle to Work Scheme; Employee Assistance Programme; Starting salary of €33,500 with an increase of up to €1,500 at the start of Year 2 to €35,000