Graduate Management Programme, Gateshead

Kite Packaging • Full-time • Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, England, United Kingdom • £36,000 - £40,000 / year • 15h ago

Launch your leadership career with a fast-track graduate scheme designed to shape the future leaders of the UK’s fastest-growing packaging business.

About the Company

Kite Packaging is a Sunday Times Profit 100 business and the UK’s fastest-growing packaging distributor. Known for its entrepreneurial culture and commitment to excellence, Kite is focused on developing future leaders to drive continued commercial success across its national network.

About the Opportunity

The Graduate Management Programme offers exceptional graduates the chance to rotate across core business functions — including Sales, Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement, and Finance — over 18–24 months. Each 6-month placement provides direct mentoring from a senior Kite leader, individual assessments, and performance bonuses. Graduates will develop broad commercial acumen, leadership skills, and a deep understanding of Kite’s business, with the clear aim of stepping into a future management role.

What We’re Looking For

Predicted or achieved 2:1 degree (2025 graduates)
Minimum AAB at A-Level (136 UCAS points)
Fluent in English plus one of: French, German, Italian, Mandarin, or Spanish
Strong numerical, communication, and interpersonal skills
Entrepreneurial mindset with leadership potential
Full UK driving licence and access to a car
Willingness to relocate every 6 months within the UK during the programme

Salary: £36,000 base + £4,000 OTE bonus & relocation support

Apply now to fast-track your career in commercial leadership.

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