Graduate Programme

The Recipe

As the UK’s No. 1 Bakery Brand, we’ve been baking bread since 1876. Today, we’re proudly a fifth-generation family business, supplying over 18,000 retail customers from 11 bakeries and 16 depots, producing more than 70 products – including gluten and wheat-free ranges.

We’re committed to becoming a net-zero business by 2050, minimising our environmental impact while making a positive difference to the communities we serve.

The post-holder will gain practical and hands-on experience, supported with a structured learning programme for 2-3 years.. This role gives you real responsibility early on, contributing to the team’s success while learning the practical application of processes, tools, and techniques.

Essential Ingredients

• Problem-Solving & Innovation:
  Analytical and creative mindset with a passion for generating ideas, solving problems, and driving change. Able to balance rigour with speed of action.

• Ambition & Growth:
  Committed to supporting the Warburtons' strategy while investing in personal development.

• Initiative & Organisation:
  Self-starter, highly organised, and confident, managing tasks independently and within teams. Comfortable taking ownership while seeking support when needed.

• Collaboration & Communication:
  Strong communication skills with a collaborative approach, working effectively with peers, customers, and senior leadership to manage expectations.

• Industry Curiosity:
  Previous experience isn’t essential, but curiosity about FMCG trends and strong relationship-building skills will help you thrive.

• Technical & Analytical Skills:
  Strong data and analytical capability, with IT literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

• Performance & Detail:
  Ability to work under pressure, deliver to agreed timescales, and maintain close attention to detail.

• Education:
  Degree-level qualification in one of the following areas:

  • Finance
  • People
  • Technology / STEM
  • Commercial / Marketing / Procurement
  • Food Science
  • Engineering

Extra Dough

At last and by no means least, you will want to know what your breads worth:

• A slice of the annual profits (discretionary profit share)
• Family time is important to us and we know it will be to you so you have the opportunity to purchase up to an extra weeks annual leave.
• Award winning pension scheme with company contributions of 7%
• Life assurance
• Products you will love along with deals and discounts for you and the family through our Extra Dough website
• Continued investment in your personal development
• Fully stocked kitchens filled with our delicious products for you to enjoy with your daily brew! 
• Support for your health and wellbeing, including access to free physiotherapy, 24/7 access to a confidential helpline for practical advice and a comprehensive occupational health service