Cross-functional Working

• Work with colleagues across Planning, Manufacturing, Engineering, Logistics, Supply Chain, and Quality.
• Attend appropriate daily and weekly operational meetings.
• Help prepare accurate information for meetings and planning discussions.
• Communicate updates clearly and professionally.
• Ability to lead and support in projects
• Learn when and how to raise concerns, escalate risks, or ask for support.

Continuous Improvement

• Question processes in a positive and constructive way.
• Suggest simpler or more effective ways of working.
• Help improve spreadsheets, reports, and planning tools.
• Support system or process testing when required.
• Share ideas and learning with the wider team.

What we're looking for:

Müller is looking for confident students with an analytical mindset for this 13-month placement. We’re seeking university students who are on track to achieve a 2:1 and above and are looking for a placement year role.

Essential:

• Clear and respectful communication skills: Both written and verbal. The ability to express ideas effectively, listen actively, and tailor communication to different audiences and contexts.
• Resilience under Pressure: Ability to thrive under tight deadlines and operate effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Problem solving: Innovative thinking and solution-oriented approach.
• Initiative and teamwork: Capability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Organisational skills: Effective time management and high attention to detail.
• Strong numeracy and analytical skills: Making data-driven decisions to solve problems efficiently.
• Technical proficiency: Competence with Microsoft Office and digital tools.
• UK Driving License: Must hold a full UK driving licence for at least one year.
• UK Residency: Eligibility to work in the UK (Please note this role is not eligible for sponsorship as the salary falls below the required threshold.)

Knowledge, Skills, and Behaviours

• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to producing accurate work.
• The ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• The ability to work well as part of a team.
• An interest in working with numbers, information, and data.
• A logical and organised approach to tasks.
• A willingness to learn, ask questions, and respond positively to feedback.
• The ability to recognise when information does not look correct.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to work independently when required and contribute as part of a team.
• The ability to manage priorities and complete agreed actions.
• A positive, responsible, and collaborative attitude.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel, or a willingness to develop it.

Desirable, but Not Essential:

• An interest in manufacturing, supply chain, logistics, business, or data analysis.
• Experience using Excel through school, college, university, or personal projects.
• Confidence presenting information or explaining findings to others.
• An interest in problem-solving and continuous improvement.

Why Join Müller?

Sourcing milk from over 1,000 farms up and down the UK, we serve millions of families every day with a range of branded and private label goods which are nutritious and delicious. We’re one of the UK and Ireland’s major dairy manufacturers and, with milk in 97% of UK fridges and yogurt in 78%, there’s a very good chance you have a Müller product in yours.

Müller UK & Ireland is wholly owned by Unternehmensgruppe Theo Müller, which employs over 31,000 people throughout Europe. In the UK, Müller develops, manufactures, and markets a wide range of branded and private label dairy products made with milk from 1,300 farmers in Britain, and operates Muller Yogurts & Desserts, Muller Milk & Ingredients, and Muller Services Ltd.

We make dairy that makes people smile – as well as being nutritious and delicious! From Müller Corner yogurts to the 100% British milk you put in your morning cuppa, our products have been loved across the UK & Ireland for generations.

This role is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

We want to ensure all candidates have every opportunity to shine. We’ll support you throughout the full application process. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to make sure the assessment process works for you. We encourage you to apply ASAP!

At Müller, we’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels they belong. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and encourage people to apply even if they don’t meet every requirement listed. If you need reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know - we’re happy to support you.

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You can find out more about Müller and what it’s like to work for us by clicking here Careers at Müller UK & Ireland