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A two-year Business Operations Graduate Programme at Sulzer offering rotational placements across UK facilities in quality, procurement, project management, operations, HR, and continuous improvement, focusing on operational efficiency and business transformation.
About Sulzer
At Sulzer, we’re more than just an engineering company—we’re one global team with a shared purpose. With over 200 years of innovation and 13,000+ employees across 160 sites, we deliver sustainable solutions that make a real impact. As a Top Employer 2024, we’re committed to developing future talent and offering meaningful career opportunities across our business.
Overview
Our two-year Business Operations Graduate Pathway offers rotational placements across Sulzer’s UK facilities, giving you broad exposure to our core operational functions:
• Quality (including LEAN / Continuous Improvement)
• Procurement
• Project Management
• Operations
• ESH
• HR
You will contribute to strategic initiatives aligned with our facility of the future strategy—supported by experienced professionals, formal mentoring, and structured development tailored to your goals.
What You Will Be Doing
As part of the Business Operations team, you will:
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and implement improvements in productivity, quality, and cost-efficiency
• Contribute to the development and deployment of transformation programmes
• Champion continuous improvement and embed operational excellence across departments
• Support innovation in systems, processes, and technology
• Promote a culture of improvement and operational excellence
• Support audit standard development and compliance
• Identify supply chain efficiencies and contribute to strategic sourcing initiatives
What You will Bring
• A 2:2 degree or above in supply chain, operations, business management, or a related field
• Strong project management and multitasking skills
• Solid understanding of business and financial concepts
• A proactive, innovative mindset
• Flexibility to travel across UK sites and internationally
• A valid passport
Please note: Visa/work permit support is not available for this role.
What we offer you
• Competitive graduate salary and company-wide bonus scheme
• Comprehensive rotational experience across disciplines and locations
• Travel and accommodation support for placements
• Mentorship from Sulzer’s operational experts
• Extensive learning and development via Sulzer Learning Pathways
• Formal mentoring and enrichment modules to support leadership development
• Interaction with Sulzer’s Senior Leadership Team
• Access to Employee Assistance Programmes
• Free onsite parking with EV charging points
Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.
We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2026 in Brazil, Canada, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.
How to apply
Apply directly through the company website. Clicking the link below will open the application page in a new window.
Location: Winterthur, Switzerland
Industry: Manufacturing
Sulzer is a global leader in critical applications for core infrastructure and processes for large essential industries around the world. We ensure the security, quality and durability of critical goods and services by supporting energy security, natural resource management and efficiencies in process industries. This in turn supports the transition to a circular economy. Our integrated solutions add significant value by enabling energy efficiency, carbon emissions and pollution reduction, and process efficiency improvements. Customers benefit from our commitment to innovation, performance and quality through our responsive network of 160 world-class manufacturing facilities and service centers across the globe. Sulzer has been headquartered in Winterthur, Switzerland, since 1834. In 2023, our 13’130 employees delivered revenues of CHF 3.3 billion. Our shares are traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange (SIX: SUN). www.sulzer.com
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