KDI Graduate Programme 2026 - Supply Chain at Kerry Group

, , Ireland -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Supply Chain, Logistics, Transport, Demand Planning, Scheduling, Logistics Coordination, Collaboration, Data Analysis, Digital Tools, Project Management, Customer Satisfaction, Efficiency Improvement, Waste Reduction, Functional Expertise, Agility, Curiosity

Industry

Food and Beverage Services

Description

Supply Chain Graduate Start Date September 2026 Locations Charleville, Listowel, Newmarket Contract full time; permanent At Kerry Dairy Ireland, we’re proud of our heritage and passionate about our future. As a leading provider of dairy solutions across Ireland and Europe, we’re committed to nourishing lives through quality, sustainability, and innovation. We’re looking for ambitious graduates who want to make a real impact in a business that blends tradition with transformation. This is a permanent, full-time role that begins with a two-year graduate programme combining structured off-the-job learning with hands-on experience. From day one, you’ll contribute to real projects in one of our core business areas. Throughout the programme, you’ll build deep functional expertise in your chosen field, supported by experienced mentors and a close-knit graduate community. If you’re curious, collaborative, and ready to grow your career in a purpose-driven environment, Kerry Dairy Ireland is the place to start. Our Supply Chain Programme Supply Chain is the backbone of Kerry Dairy Ireland’s operations—connecting our network of Irish family farms to our manufacturing sites and ultimately to our customers across Ireland, the UK, and Europe. With a vertically integrated model and a strong retail and foodservice presence, our supply chain teams ensure that every step of the journey—from milk intake to final product delivery—is efficient, sustainable, and customer-focused. What You Might Be Doing Your responsibilities may include Supporting day-to-day supply chain operations, including demand planning, scheduling, and logistics coordination. Collaborating with teams across production, procurement, finance, and customer service to ensure seamless delivery of dairy products. Leading or contributing to projects that improve efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance customer satisfaction. Using data and digital tools to analyse supply chain performance and identify opportunities for improvement. Gaining exposure to our end-to-end supply chain—from raw milk intake to finished goods distribution. You’ll build deep functional expertise while developing the confidence and skills to grow your career in a purpose-driven business. Do you have what it takes? You’re on track for a degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Transport or a related discipline You’re ambitious, curious, and can’t wait to put your talents into action. You’re open minded, agile, and willing to embrace opportunities. You’re a recent or soon-to-be graduate. You’re fluent in English You’re eligible to permanently work in Ireland Flexibility to work across different sites and functions Submit your application only for the program of your interest. Any multiple applications will be withdrawn. Discover Your Future with Kerry Dairy Ireland Kerry Dairy Ireland is a vertically integrated farm-to-fork business with a very substantial retail presence and a leading nutritional and dairy ingredients division, delivering high-quality dairy solutions with a focus on sustainability and innovation. From partnering with local family farms to producing world-class dairy products, we ensure every step of our value chain reflects our commitment to excellence. With over 50 years’ experience in milk processing, dairy and nutritional technology advancement, and product innovation, we are a key stakeholder in the global food industry and creators of a strong portfolio of market leading dairy brands including Cheestrings, Charleville and Coleraine Cheese, Dairygold, Golden Cow and our new SMUG range. Our from food, for food culture and deep-rooted connection to our 2,800 milk suppliers differentiates our business and offers captivating opportunities for our customers and consumers. Our dairy comes from some of the world’s richest grazing land and is produced by a network of Irish family farms that have one of the lowest carbon footprints in the world. Through a combination of expertise, innovation, and sustainability, Kerry Dairy Ireland is proud to shape the future of dairy while meeting the diverse needs of our farmers, customers, and communities. Headquartered in Tralee, Co. Kerry, we operate multiple manufacturing facilities in the southwest of Ireland, including Listowel, Charleville, Newmarket, and Farranfore. Additionally, we manage 28 Farm & Home stores throughout the region, ensuring comprehensive coverage and service. In Northern Ireland and the United Kingdom, our presence extends to key locations in Portadown, Coleraine, and Ossett. Globally, Kerry Dairy Ireland employs over 1,600 dedicated professionals across Ireland, Northern Ireland, the UK, USA, Netherlands, Spain, Germany, and China. In 2024, we achieved a turnover of approximately €1.3 billion, reflecting our commitment to excellence and growth.

Responsibilities

You will support day-to-day supply chain operations and collaborate with various teams to ensure seamless delivery of dairy products. Additionally, you will lead or contribute to projects aimed at improving efficiency and customer satisfaction.