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Graduate Management Trainee – Supply Chain (London)

London, United Kingdom

The engine behind the beauty.

Getting 7 billion products to 150 countries is a complex puzzle. You won’t just be tracking shipments. You’ll be working with real-time forecasting, AI inventory systems, and automated warehouses across 180 global sites. Your focus? Moving products through 8 distribution channels efficiently, while figuring out how to strip carbon out of the entire process. It’s highly technical, the pace is fast, and the expectations are high. If you like solving real operational problems at scale, you'll fit right in.

Skills you'll sharpen here

  • Global problem-solving
  • Data-driven decision making
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Sustainable practices
  • Agile project management
  • Leadership & influence

As well as these, L'Oréal employees are upksilled in AI fluency, data fluency, and critical thinking.

Inside the operation

  • You’ll work in a fast-paced

    'test and learn' environment where you are empowered to make high-stakes decisions in real time. We celebrate entrepreneurship, and agility is how we navigate the market.

  • You won't just manage flows - you’ll pioneer the future of distribution.

    Expect to work with AI, Big Data, and advanced robotics to build a predictive, ultra-connected supply chain.

  • Your mission is dual:

    drive economic performance while taking radical environmental responsibility. From running carbon-neutral warehouses to designing sustainable packaging loops, you’ll actively reduce our planetary footprint.

  • You’ll accelerate your career with a global leader in supply chain sophistication.

    We consistently rank in the Gartner Top 10 worldwide for our innovation and operational mastery.

Graduate Management Trainee – Supply Chain (London)

London, England, United Kingdom

Supply Chain Management Trainee - London 2028


Hello, we're L'Oréal. We're not just building brands, we're shaping how the world experiences beauty (and it takes a lot of cool jobs to do it).Intrigued? Keep reading, this might be the opportunity you've been searching for.


A Day in the Life

Based at our UK headquarters in White City, London, you will complete three 6-month rotations across Demand Planning, Supply Planning, and Physical Logistics over an 18-month journey, reporting to a Supply Chain Manager in each rotation (applications close 20 November).

• Contribute to sales forecast accuracy and demand planning cycles by analysing historical data, market trends, and promotional uplifts.

• Support product launch management across our 8 online and offline distribution channels to secure product availability on time.

• Assist supply planning teams with inventory deployment, balancing stock equations to maintain service levels and prevent obsolescence.

• Help coordinate distribution operations, interacting with teams linked to our network of 158 Fulfillment Centers adopting Industry 4.0 standards.

• Participate in cross-functional projects alongside marketing, commercial, and customer care to optimize our end-to-end supply chain.


We Are Looking For

You bring analytical curiosity, an operational mindset, and an eagerness to discover how complex supply systems deliver beauty to millions. You bring:

• Supply Planning: Readiness to learn inventory deployment principles and balance stock parameters to optimize service levels.

• Forecast Modeling: Capacity to evaluate sales data, promotional impacts, and baseline trends to support forecasting consistency.

• E2E Value Chain Acumen: Eagerness to understand how goods and data flow from initial production to the final customer.

• Problem Solving: Ability to identify operational bottlenecks and propose practical, data-driven solutions.

• Cooperation: Readiness to collaborate with diverse teams across our wider operations ecosystem.


What's In It For You

• A place for you to leave your comfort zone and grow beyond your potential (here, you'll be encouraged to try new things and take risks!)

• Real responsibility from day 1, there's no sitting on the sidelines at L'Oréal

• An environment where people of every ethnicity, social background, age, religion, gender and sexual orientation as well as people with disabilities are accepted, can speak up, will thrive and are celebrated!

• A place where you can contribute to something bigger! Many of our brands have societal/environmental causes to make a concrete difference


Who We Are

You will join an international, diverse team where fresh perspectives are welcomed from day one. We offer structured mentoring, early project ownership, and multi-disciplinary learning to develop your potential across 7 metiers and 35 expertises under our Operations roof.

We create the beauty that moves the world across four divisions: Luxe, Consumer Products, Dermatological Beauty, and Professional Products. In Supply Chain—consistently recognised among the world's leading supply chain organisations—you ensure our products reach consumers seamlessly across all channels.

We’re committed to guaranteeing inclusive recruitment processes and to advocating for hiring and promoting each candidate in an ethical and equitable way. The Group strictly prohibits discrimination against any applicant for employment because of the individual’s gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, visible and/or invisible disabilities, socio-economic and/or multicultural origins, health conditions, age, religion, or any other characteristics protected by law.Wondering how AI is integrated in our L'Oréal recruitment process? Find practical information and advice in our AI Charter.Ready to apply? careers.loreal.com is the official trusted website.

Want to discover more about L'Oréal Careers? Get the insider tips from L'Oréal recruiters on TikTok @LorealGroupe!

  • Reference number: 259920
  • Location: London, United Kingdom
  • Date posted: 10/29/2026
  • Employment type: Full-time
  • Professional field: Operations
  • Type of contract: Management Trainee Programme
  • Sustainable Supply Chain
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AI Charter: our pact

Why a Pact? At L’Oréal, innovation has been in our DNA for over 115 years. As we invent the future of beauty, we see Artificial Intelligence as a powerful co-pilot, with the firm belief that technology must always serve people. This pact is our commitment to you: we want to be transparent about how we use AI during the recruitment journey, and we invite you to use it in a way that showcases your unique talents. Above all, we believe in a journey that is ethical, transparent, and human.

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    With commitment and resilience, site by site, our teams transitioned all of our operating offices, factories, research centres, stores and distribution centres world wide to renewable energy in 2025. This shows what can be achieved within our own footprint and is a major milestone for our teams, creating momentum for what comes next in our sustainability journey.

  • Gartner Announces 2026 Rankings of the Global Supply Chain Top 25

    Gartner has released its 2026 Global Supply Chain Top 25 rankings, once again recognizing L'Oréal as a world-class leader for its operational excellence and commitment to building a resilient, sustainable, and consumer-centric supply chain.

What our people say

Supply Chain doesn’t work alone..We are supported by an ecosystem of partners, suppliers helping us be more innovation, creative, constantly pushing our boundaries.

Gauthier - S&OP manager, La Roche-Posay

What we bring to the table

Please note: The exact benefits can vary depending on your country.

  • A Competitive Salary to Secure Your Talent

    Our Share & Care commitment ensures you receive a competitive monthly salary that stands out locally, recognizing your contribution to our success.

  • Your Health & Well-being First

    You'll have access to medical coverage and a range of wellness resources, including mental health support, to ensure you feel your best.

  • Unlock Your Potential

    From day one, you get full access to our global learning platform with over 10,000 courses to build the skills for your future career.

  • Flexibility for a Balanced Life

    Find your perfect balance. We offer a hybrid work model and flexible arrangements, so you can manage your professional and personal life effectively throughout your career.

  • The Ultimate L'Oréal Experience

    Get generous discounts on our entire portfolio of iconic brands and be the first to try our latest product innovations.

  • Thriving Community

    Enjoy a dynamic work environment designed for connection and growth. From modern, collaborative offices to exciting social events, you'll be part of an ultra-connected network.

Think you’d be a great fit? We’d love to see you apply.

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