Address- An exciting Graduate opportunity to join an iconic Wesfarmers business in February 2023
- Enjoy 6 x 3-month rotations in our 18-month program across key strategic business areas
- Ongoing career development, competitive salary package and aflexible working environment
OUR STORY
As part of the Wesfarmers Industrial and Safety division, Blackwoods has a proud history of supporting Australian businesses for over 140 years. Today as Australia’s largest provider of industrial and safety supplies, we support businesses big and small with our range of over 300,000 products from the world’s best brands.
With a national footprint of over 50 branches and 6 Distribution Centres, we leverage our global sourcing capability and strategic partnerships to source the best products at the most competitive prices to serve our valued customer network.
Blackwoods prides itself on being a great place to work. We know that a happy and engaged team delivers the best results for our customers, our people, and our business. We also know that greatness comes from having diversified experiences and therefore embrace the benefits that a true culture of balance and inclusion brings.
YOUR OPPORTUNITY
We are pleased to announce that our next Blackwoods Graduate Program will commence in February 2023!
As a Graduate at Blackwoods, you will get the opportunity to have a mix of direct and indirect experience within key strategic areas of our business. Quarterly rotations include Market & Customer Pricing, Customer Strategy, Project Management, and Commercial/Finance. The final rotation is an elective and at the discretion of the Graduate in a business function aligned to their ongoing interests.
During your 18-month Graduate Program, you will enjoy on-the-job learning and formal training across the key rotational areas, networking and collaboration opportunities with key leaders and colleagues as well as regular mentoring sessions with a dedicated senior leader.
With a blended learning approach, our focus is to ensure that each Graduate can deliver value throughout the program whilst ensuring personal growth is realised. Upon completion of the program our Graduates will be engaged, skilled and driven future leaders who are equipped to drive the evolution of our business.
To apply for the Blackwoods Graduate Program you will need:
- A relevant bachelor’s degree with a minimum distinction average or demonstrate the equivalent in a related subject or discipline
- A desire to kick-start your career and proactively participate in your own career journey
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with good reporting and presentation skills
- Exceptional interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with peers, leaders, and customers
- Financial literacy and data analytical skills
- Excellent attention-to-detail, problem-solving and time-management skills
- Proactive attitude and the ability to collaborate and contribute to team activities
YOUR BENEFITS
As a Graduate at Blackwoods, you will enjoy:
- Working in a diverse, inclusive, and supportive team
- Regular career development, mentoring and training support
- A competitive salary package and flexible working arrangements
- Access to discounted offers from over 300 corporate partners
- A range of team member discounts on company products
NEXT STEPS
If you have any questions, feel free to email our team via recruitmentcentre@blackwoods.com.au.
We will be shortlisting and contacting suitable applications as we receive them, so please send your cover letter and resume today!
Applications close on Friday 23rd September 2022.
Blackwoods promotes and adheres to the policies and practices of diversity and encourages applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures – including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQIA+ community and people living with disability.
