Graduate Scheme – Operations & Leadership
About this role
Job Advertisement: Graduate Scheme – Operations & Leadership
Company: Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency
Location: Nationwide
Employment Type: Temporary / Graduate Programme (Starting Salary: £32,000)
Programme Start Date: September 6, 2027
Apply By: December 22, 2026 (Note: Roles may close early due to high application volumes)
About the Role
Are you passionate about leading teams, delivering exceptional customer experiences, and driving operational excellence? Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency is partnering with Booker (part of the Tesco Group, the UK's leading food and drink wholesaler) to recruit future leaders for their Operations Graduate Scheme.
This structured rotational graduate scheme gives you exposure to critical areas of our operations, building your leadership capability and commercial awareness through hands-on roles:
Branch Manager Placement: Start your journey at the heart of our business. Lead a team to deliver outstanding service, drive performance, ensure smooth day-to-day operations, and gain first-hand experience managing people, processes, and customer expectations.
Central Operations Manager (OSM / DSM) Placement: Take your understanding of operations to the next level by working in a central or regional role supporting multiple sites, using data and insight to improve performance, drive consistency, and implement operational initiatives across the network.
What's in it for You?
Competitive Salary: £32,000 per annum.
Structured Development: Structured learning, coaching, mentoring, and exposure to senior leaders and real business challenges from day one.
Colleague Discounts: Enjoy colleague discounts across both Booker and Tesco.
Health & Wellbeing Support: Access to a 24/7 Virtual GP service, an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), and extensive wellbeing support.
Financial Protection & Perks: Matched pension scheme, access to share schemes, life assurance, and clear progression opportunities upon successful completion.
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership: Leading and developing high-performing teams while delivering excellent customer and colleague experiences.
Operational Excellence: Driving operational efficiency, performance improvement, and taking increasing ownership and accountability.
Data-Driven Decision Making: Using data to identify trends, inform decisions, and support continuous improvement across the network.
What We Are Looking For
Education: On track for a 2:2 degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline.
People & Customer Focused: A passion for people, understanding customer needs, and working collaboratively with others to achieve shared goals.
Problem-Solving & Commercial Mindset: Strong problem-solving skills, adaptability, and curiosity about how a business operates and drives great customer experiences.
Leadership Drive: Enthusiastic about developing leadership skills, inspiring others, and making a positive impact on teams and customers.