An exciting new opportunity has arisen for a self-motivated Business Management graduate to work on an innovative project collaboration with a Burgess Hill based business, Consort Frozen Foods, and the University of Brighton.
This 25-month fixed term contract position aims to integrate advanced management knowledge and cutting-edge tools, particularly in the realm of technology and AI, for a thorough analysis of business performance in a West Sussex-based SME. This role will require you to break new ground within the business, bringing about change whilst build and enhancing its existing culture of innovation.
To be successful in this role, you will have:
A min 2:1 BSc in a Business Management related degreeProject management skills with the ability to work independently and to meet objectives and deadlines with an appropriate level of supervision.Communication and inter-personal skills, with an ability to develop strong, effective relationships with colleagues.Management skills, with the ability to deliver a large and technical project and engage and motivate others.An understanding of, and/or experience with the seasonal changes impacting customers in the southeast region of the UK, particularly in the West and East Sussex area, and how to adapt and align strategies based on this.About Consort Frozen Foods
Established in 1987, Consort's headquarters are based in Burgess Hill, with depots in Leeds, London, and Ashford. They have delivered to over 10,000 national and local businesses. Consorts' business model is purchasing from the product manufacturer and distributing to convenience stores and leisure/hospitality customers. Consort have high service levels; they have achieved an AA Grade for the frozen storage & distribution of branded pre-packed Ice Cream and Frozen Food (as per British Retail Consortium Global Standards for Storage and Distribution). 99% of their ice cream deliveries are completed next day. To find out more visit Consort Frozen Food Website
What is KTP?
For full information about the scheme please see: http://brighton.ac.uk/ktpjob
It is a requirement of the role that you would be able start in the post within one month of a successful interview. This stipulation is due to funding restrictions on this KTP.
Closing Date: 01 Apr 2024
Category: Administrative/Clerical/Technical
