Huge innovation hubs might be your kind of cosy. If you’re determined to make your mark on industry, our state-of-the-art distribution centres are the perfect environments to integrate, learn and grow alongside some amazingly supportive people.
Be comfortable thinking big
The Supply Chain & Logistics team at Dunelm is the real engine driver of our business. We keep our stores stocked with the right numbers of the right products at the right time – and we find the most productive and cost-efficient way to do it. We also have a thriving online business that supports our total retail system, and our Supply Chain & Logistics teams help deliver that amazing customer experience.
Dunelm is committed to becoming a fully inclusive business that is representative of our customers and locations. We recognise the value in diversity and welcome applications from all candidates regardless of sex, age, race, religion, ability, gender or sexual identity, socio-economic background or education. We are committed to making Dunelm a place where everyone can enjoy a successful career and have systems in place to support all our colleagues. We are seeking applications from candidates who share our values and celebrate diversity in all its forms.
What you'll be doing
- Understand how product moves in the value chain all the way to our delighted customers, by working in different areas of the end-to-end supply chain
- Pick up new skills from our super-talented Scheduling and Capacity Planning team
- Get to know project heads and People Business Partners with quarterly catchups
- Get to grips with the ins and outs of our resource forecasting function
- Understand the dynamics of how the ocean freight and import’s function works
. - Help develop planning methodologies that improve our current processes
- Create vital reports for the management team
- Be at the heart of supply chain development projects, like making sure we have a solid infrastructure that’s fit for the future
- Keep a very close eye on our supply chain performance
- Step up the quality and service of deliveries to our stores
- Think outside the box and find ways to streamline our supply chain processes
- Build relationships with amazing people both inside and outside of Dunelm – from colleagues and suppliers to third party logistics teams
- During your scheme you will gain experience through rotations where working patterns will vary including periods of our rotating shift patterns (6-2/2-10), day shift patterns (usually 8-4) and possibly occasional hybrid working. These will always be communicated in advance.
What happens once your Graduate scheme finishes?
You’ll have worked across multiple areas on the Graduate scheme so you will certainly have had exposure within your function. On completing the scheme you’ll be well positioned to apply for a permanent position with us.
Start your career somewhere you’ll be listened to. Somewhere you can learn new skills and gain new responsibilities from day one. Somewhere you’ll feel valued and supported – where everyone works together and is there for each other when it matters. Somewhere that feels like home.
About you
- A genuine passion for logistics plus an itch to develop into a future leader
- A curious, analytical mind and a knack for simplifying complex processes
- The motivation to drive your own development and influence senior leaders
- The resilience to thrive in a fast-paced, detail-oriented and ever-changing environment
- The confidence to try, fail, learn, and try again
- Strong innovation, communication and organisation skills
- The drive to consistently deliver for our customers – working flexibly and with agility in our exciting and fast-paced environment
Please note: We will evaluate any applicants who do not have all the relevant qualifications.
Making the application process accessible for all is a priority for us. Accessibility allows everyone to have an equal chance when applying and showing off their potential. It also helps us create a more inclusive and diverse team, which brings fresh ideas and perspectives. Should you need it, we have an accessibility tool available on our careers site to support you when you’re completing your application. If you require any other reasonable adjustments during the application and assessment process, you can reach out to our team via earlycareers@dunelm.com
Please note - Due to the number of applications, we receive, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible!