Logistics Management Graduate

<p dir="ltr"><span><span><strong>Be Brave. Be You. Be NEXT</strong></span></span></p><p dir="ltr"><br/><span><span>At NEXT, not only are we one of the UK’s largest fashion retailers, but we’re also one of</span></span><br/><span><span>the largest listed companies, full-stop. Selling our products and thousands of</span></span><br/><span><span>world-famous brands, both in-store and online. What’s more, we’re growing. Fast. And</span></span><br/><span><span>it’s the kind of growth and investment that is exciting for everyone in our business.</span></span></p><p dir="ltr"><span><span>With over 500 stores, a massive distribution network that handles 350 million units a</span></span><br/><span><span>year and over 8 million online customers in 135 countries, it takes an exceptional team to</span></span><br/><span><span>make it all happen.</span></span><br/><span><span>Our continued growth and success is dependent on the expertise, passion and</span></span><br/><span><span>adaptability of our teams and we are looking for talented, dynamic and creative people</span></span><br/><span><span>to join us on the next step of this exciting journey and beyond.</span></span></p><p dir="ltr"><span><span><strong>TAKE ON:2026</strong></span></span></p><p dir="ltr"><br/><span><span>We are looking for the next generation of leaders within our distribution network as our</span></span><br/><span><span>popular </span><span><strong>Logistics Management Graduate programme returns for 2026!</strong></span></span></p><p dir="ltr"><br/><span><span>Our Graduate programme will introduce you to the exciting opportunities a career at</span></span><br/><span><span>NEXT has to offer. From Picking to Projects, you will be immersed in the world of NEXT</span></span><br/><span><span>and our partner brands.</span></span></p><p dir="ltr"><span><span>Joining us in September 2026, you will spend your time working in our warehousing</span></span><br/><span><span>complexes across South and West Yorkshire, learning about all things NEXT Distribution.</span></span></p><p dir="ltr"><br/><span><span>Throughout the 2 year programme you will be based at South Elmsall (Pontefract) or</span></span><br/><span><span>Dearne Valley (Rotherham) but will rotate through placements and masterclasses in</span></span><br/><span><span>various areas of the business whilst embarking on our bespoke mentoring course.</span></span></p><p dir="ltr"><span><span>Following time spent in departments such as Transport, Engineering and Loss</span></span><br/><span><span>Prevention, you will be leading your own team and completing a process improvement</span></span><br/><span><span>project. You will also spend time at our Head Office in Leicester, with our Customer</span></span><br/><span><span>Service teams and stores, to learn more about our entire network.</span></span></p><p dir="ltr"><br/><span><span>As a Logistics Management Graduate, you'll benefit from regular catch-ups with your</span></span><br/><span><span>dedicated Mentor in a collaborative partnership to support your personal development,</span></span><br/><span><span>embark on a structured programme covering key topics to support your journey within</span></span><br/><span><span>NEXT, and mid-point assessments every three months to review your progress against a</span></span><br/><span><span>set of competencies designed for your two-year programme.</span></span></p><p dir="ltr"><br/><span><span>The aim is you will progress into a position as one of our Assistant site Managers or</span></span><br/><span><span>similar level role after completing the programme.</span></span></p><p dir="ltr"><span><span><strong>About you:</strong></span></span></p><p dir="ltr"><br/><span><span>The title of your degree doesn’t really matter; what’s important is that you are on track</span></span><br/><span><span>for a </span><span><strong>2.1 or have a 2:1 which you completed in the last 3 years</strong></span><span> and you’re enthusiastic to</span></span><br/><span><span>begin your career within logistics.</span></span></p><p dir="ltr"><span><span>We ask that you are located or relocating to a commutable distance of our South</span></span><br/><span><span>Elmsall or Rotherham sites and have a driving licence so you can visit our locations</span></span><br/><span><span>around the UK. You will need to be happy to work any shift pattern, as you will be</span></span><br/><span><span>expected to change patterns as you experience the different areas of the business</span></span></p><p dir="ltr"><br/><span><span>As a confident communicator, you will be comfortable building relationships with the</span></span><br/><span><span>colleagues you will meet at all levels across the business. You will enjoy decision making,</span></span><br/><span><span>critical thinking and problem solving, and be keen to try out your University skills in the</span></span><br/><span><span>Workplace.</span></span></p><p dir="ltr"><br/><span><span>In accordance with Home O