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Is the internship at Kepak Group paid and what compensation can candidates expect?

Yes, this is a paid internship opportunity. Exact compensation details are typically finalized during the company interview process.

What are the working arrangements and expected duration for the Category Management & Insights Advanced Apprenticeship role?

This position is a full-time, structured as a on-site role, with an expected duration of 24 months.

What educational background or degree level is required for the Category Management & Insights Advanced Apprenticeship at Kepak Group?

Candidates are generally expected to be holding or pursuing the following degree levels: Bachelor.

Does Kepak Group provide visa sponsorship or assistance for international applicants?

Regarding visa assistance and sponsorship for this role, the official status is currently listed as: Not disclosed.

Category Management & Insights Advanced Apprenticeship

Kepak Group

Found 2 months ago

Location

Kirkham, United Kingdom

Duration (Months)

24 Months

Time

Full-time

Work Mode

On-site

Salary

£18,000 with an up to £2,000 increase at the start of Year 2 to £20,000

Visa Help

Not disclosed

Last Verified

1 month ago

Education

Bachelor

Skills & Qualifications

Technical Skills

Nielsen
Kantar
IGD
Excel
PowerPoint

Soft Skills

Customer Orientation
Commercial Acumen
Negotiation Skills
Analytical Thinking
Resilience
Project Management
Communication Skills
Team Player
curious mindset
Creative mindset
Responsibility
Ambition
Passion for Food
Teamwork

Job Description

Our Category Apprenticeships are designed to give our apprentices a great start to their careers by teaching them the essential skills, knowledge, and behaviours, as well as real job experience, needed to succeed, specifically within our sales and commercial teams. you will work closely with the Category Manager to analyse data, create actionable insights, and support the delivery of category plans.

Requirements

GCSEs in English and Maths at Grades 9-4 (or equivalent)
Ideally studying or qualified in a related subject (e.g. business, social sciences, psychology, IT, analysis, or graphics).
Keen interest in FMCG, retail, or a similar industry (internship or work experience is also valued).
Can demonstrate a strong work ethic, discipline, ambition, and a growth mindset
Comfortable working with data and problem-solving; basic experience with Excel, PowerPoint and / or AI platforms. Experience of presentations and making videos is desirable
Attention to detail with an ability to interpret data effectively.
Good Communication Skills; confident collaborating with and presenting to internal teams.
A Team Player who is eager to learn, proactive, and able to contribute to a collaborative team.
A curious mindset, with a drive to understand what drives consumer behaviour and market trends.
Working with data securely and in line with GDPR. Working within data analysis rules (e.g. NDAs and data sharing limitations)
Completes Introduction to Working in Grocery course
Creative mindset with an interest in marketing and bringing ideas to life in-store.
An interest in grocery retail and shopper behaviour in the UK and Ireland is desirable but not essential.
Ability to work on your own initiative and take accountability for your actions
You will have the willingness and confidence to challenge yourself to be the best you can be and be driven to succeed
this is at the heart of everything we do, you must be passionate about every aspect of our industry
ability to build positive relationships quickly with people from all cultures and career stages is pivotal

Growth & Marketing

General Marketing

Languages

English

Nice to Haves

Experience of presentations and making videos is desirable
An interest in grocery retail and shopper behaviour in the UK and Ireland is desirable but not essential.

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