Graduate - IT Database Engineering

Premier Foods

Graduate - IT Database Engineering

£30000

Premier Foods, St Julians, St. Albans

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 2 weeks ago, 3 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 389d8d494cd045afa9c848d1d1537050

Full Job Description

The 2-year graduate programme will see you working within the IT Data Analytics team supporting the MAID programme "Modern analytics with Impactful Data". The programme is introducing a new advanced data platform and visualisation tool which will enable the business on the road to outperformance. The grad role will focus on data engineering and working with our 2 data platforms BW4 and AWS Redshift

As part of the role you will be responsible for:

  • Understanding business reporting requirements and build database solutions to enable the users to see the data in the visualisation tools

  • Gain an understanding of data platforms, models and queries with SAP BW4 and AWS redshift

  • Understand how the database developments are visualised for users to consume to establish a full picture of delivery.

  • Work with the internal analytics team and our partners to deliver analytics requirements


  • Potential to work on new technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML)


  • Travel may be required to different locations, which may include overnight stays.

    This is a great opportunity for an ambitious Graduate who is self-driven, enthusiastic and flexible who wants to join a large FMCG organisation. The role will suit someone who can demonstrate strong analytical capabilities and has an interest in data analytics, is a strong communicator who can work well in a team and who will flourish in a fast-paced environment where you are given early responsibility.,
  • Analytical mindset

  • Self-management (Time management)

  • Attention to detail

  • Problem solving / diagnostic skills

  • Communication skills

  • Presentation skills


  • Typically you will possess a degree demonstrating abilities in logic, analysis and data interpretation such as maths, statistics, economics, computing and engineering.

    Minimum Entry Requirements
  • 3 A Levels - minimum of 280 UCAS points gained

  • Degree qualified 2:1 minimum achieved (or expected)

  • Clear career aspirations demonstrated through employment or work experience/placement

  • The right to work in the UK and English speaking

  • UK driving licence

  • Experience of leadership roles across sports, hobbies or other interests

  • Strong Communicator both oral and written

  • Skilled in Microsoft Suite

    Premier Foods is one of Britain's biggest listed food companies, employing over 4,000 colleagues at 15 manufacturing sites and offices up and down the country.


  • Many of our brands have been part of UK life for more than a century and you'll find them in 94% of British households.

    At Premier foods we believe in inclusion, authenticity and individuality. We aim to ensure all existing and future colleagues are given equitable opportunities and are respected, valued and encouraged to bring their true authentic selves to work no matter who they are, what they look like, who they love or what they believe in. Our culture is one where everyone is welcome.

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  • Company pension

  • Employee discount, £30k and attractive benefits package including: 25 days holiday plus statutory holidays, pension scheme, life assurance, employee discount scheme including travel, food and shopping discounts.

  • A real community of like-minded fellow graduates

  • A Business Mentor

  • More than 10 days of off-job development workshops covering such topics as communication, presentation and influencing skills

  • Invitations to social events and executive networking opportunities. Our graduates are sociable and enjoy informal dinners and drinks and have the opportunity to attend more formal events such as charity dinners and sales conferences.