8 Management Roles jobs in Winchester

Are you a recent graduate with a positive attitude and excellent communication skills? The UK's largest supplier of electrical equipment to business and trade customers is offering an exciting opportunity to join their comprehensive graduate programme designed to cultivate the next generation of influential sales leaders and managers.

About the Company

The company you'll be joining recognises the importance of nurturing talent and building a strong succession plan. Their graduate sales and business management programme was established over a decade ago to bring in bright and ambitious graduates who are eager to learn about business operations and building strong business relationships. They seek persuasive individuals who aspire to become effective salespeople and future managers.

Graduate Training Programme: First 6 months

• Develop a core knowledge of how the business operates - warehouse, logistics, supply chain, administration, IT software, and marketing.
• Get hands-on with the vast product range and learn about different manufacturers and the electrical distribution industry.
• Start building relationships, making deals and advising customers face-to-face over the trade counter e.g. electricians, contractors and tradespeople.
• Begin your formal sales training course and network with other Graduate Trainees from across the company.
• Complete workbook assessments to underpin your learning and development and receive financial incentives for each one passed to a required standard.

6-12 months

• Move to internal sales

• Partner with business leaders to understand their talent needs and develop HR strategies to support business objectives.
• Manage employee relations issues, conduct investigations, and provide guidance on disciplinary and grievance matters.
• Oversee the performance management process, including goal setting, feedback, and appraisals.
• Support talent acquisition activities, including recruitment, onboarding, and retention strategies.
• Develop and implement learning and development programs to enhance employee skills and career progression.
• Administer compensation and benefits programs, ensuring competitiveness and compliance.
• Promote and foster a positive organizational culture and employee engagement.
• Advise on HR policies and procedures, ensuring consistent application across the organization.
• Analyze HR data and metrics to identify trends and recommend improvements.
• Facilitate organizational change initiatives and support employees through transitions.
• Ensure compliance with employment law and best HR practices.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of HR initiatives and projects.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. CIPD qualification is advantageous.
• Proven experience as an HR Business Partner or HR Generalist.
• Strong knowledge of employment law, HR best practices, and talent management principles.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and influencing skills.
• Demonstrated ability in employee relations, performance management, and conflict resolution.
• Experience with HRIS systems and HR analytics.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work environment, balancing remote and in-office responsibilities.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• High degree of professionalism and confidentiality.

• Lead client engagements, managing project teams and deliverables.
• Conduct comprehensive business analyses and develop strategic recommendations.
• Design and implement business transformation initiatives.
• Facilitate client workshops and training sessions.
• Manage client relationships and ensure high levels of satisfaction.
• Contribute to business development activities and proposal writing.
• Mentor junior consultants and foster a collaborative team environment.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in management consulting.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in management consulting or a related field.
• Demonstrated success in leading and delivering complex business projects.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Excellent client-facing and communication skills, including presentations.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a remote setting.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, or a related field; MBA preferred.

• Lead and manage client engagements from initial scoping through to final delivery.
• Conduct in-depth business analysis, identifying opportunities for improvement and transformation.
• Develop strategic recommendations and actionable implementation plans.
• Facilitate workshops and client meetings, building strong relationships with senior stakeholders.
• Manage project teams, providing guidance and ensuring high-quality deliverables.
• Develop compelling business cases and performance metrics.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in management consulting and business transformation.
• Contribute to business development activities, including proposal writing and client relationship management.
• Mentor and coach junior consultants.

• Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA), Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in management consulting or a similar client-facing advisory role.
• Proven experience in leading complex business transformation, strategy, or operations improvement projects.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking abilities.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools.
• Ability to build rapport and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience across multiple industries is advantageous.
• Willingness to travel to client sites as required.

• Lead client engagements focused on business transformation and strategy execution.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of client operations, identifying areas for improvement and strategic opportunities.
• Develop and present comprehensive recommendations and implementation roadmaps.
• Manage project teams, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality outcomes.
• Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with key client stakeholders.
• Facilitate workshops and stakeholder meetings to drive consensus and alignment.
• Contribute to the development of new service offerings and methodologies.
• Support business development efforts, including proposal writing and client presentations.
• Mentor junior consultants and contribute to the firm's knowledge base.
• Drive change management initiatives to ensure successful adoption of new processes and strategies.
• Ensure adherence to project budgets and timelines.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in management consulting.

• Extensive experience in management consulting, with a focus on business transformation.
• Proven track record of successfully leading complex projects and delivering tangible results.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Excellent understanding of business processes, organizational design, and change management principles.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage client relationships and influence senior executives.
• Experience in developing business and winning new client engagements.
• Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA) or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Willingness to travel and work on-site with clients as required by the hybrid model.
• Proficiency in data analysis and modeling tools.