Scholar

WHAT IS THE SCHOLAR PROGRAMME?

In 2019, we launched the Bacardi UK Supply Student Scholarship Programme. Over the years it has formed part of our talent pipeline, in conjunction with our Graduate Programme. As part of our Student Scholarship Programme, you will acquire a range of skills, knowledge and valuable practical experience. Your rotation may be in one of our various functions (such as distilling, bottling, supply chain, bulk, blending, new product development, procurement, finance, etc.) and work on projects at one of our 8 operational sites across the UK during your university summer holidays. We will also assign you a Mentor/Coach related to a specific field of Global Operations.

PROGRAMME DETAILS

• Complete paid work placements at our operations sites (generally 8 weeks) during your University holiday period.
• Work on a specific project in a designated function/department.
• At the end of the programme, there may be a longer-term opportunity in the Bacardi family, with the possibility of transitioning into our two-year rotational Global Graduate Programme.

HOW TO APPLY:

Apply online by uploading your CV and essay response to BOTH of the following topics by 15 May 2025:

• What interests you about working for UK Supply, home of Bacardi UK Operations?
• Imagine a future where employee safety and environmental responsibility are fully intertwined. Describe one innovative idea that could bring that future to life at John Dewar & Sons.

Essay must be no more than 2 pages double spaced. Upload your CV and essay response to 'Resume/CV'. Please click 'Save and Continue' and verify that both your CV and essay response are attached to your profile before submitting your application. Should you have any questions, please email us at lmair01@bacardi.com.

THE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE NEEDED TO CREATE YOUR LEGACY:

• Be flexible, open-minded and ready to take on a role in any one of our departments across the UK Supply.
• Be ready to put some of the skills and knowledge learnt throughout your studies to use in a workplace setting.

PERSONAL QUALITIES

Lives the 3 F’s – Fearless, Founder’s Mentality, Family.

OTHER

Targeting students with two+ years left of university studies, with a passion for operations/supply.

LEADERSHIP AGILITY

At Bacardi we care deeply about finding brilliant talent who can bring the following personal attributes to help elevate our 3Fs: Fearless, Family, Founder culture to the next level.

• Belonging: You have a strong capacity to create a culture of ‘Belonging’, where people feel appreciated for who they are, what they do, and who they can become.
• Self-Awareness: You have high levels of self-awareness, are reflective and know yourself well, understanding both your own strengths and weaknesses and your impact on others.
• People Agility: You bring a deep ability to understand and relate to people and navigate through tough situations to harness and multiply collective performance.
• Results Agility: You demonstrate consistent delivery of results in first-time situations by inspiring teams, exhibiting a presence that builds confidence in yourself and others.
• Mental Agility: You can think critically to penetrate complex problems and expand the possibilities by making fresh connections. You think strategically whilst being execution focused and bring creativity to the challenges you’re presented with.
• Change Agility: You have a deep natural curiosity, desire to experiment and ability to effectively deal with the heat of change. You have a growth and learning mindset: ready to test, stumble, learn and apply from experience.

Disclaimer: Bacardi seeks talent from all backgrounds to bring diversity of thought, agility and capability to our organization across the globe. We promote a working environment where all employees are treated and rewarded fairly. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination that adversely affects individuals or groups on the basis of national origin, race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, and any other legally protected aspect of a person’s identity.

Perks of Working for us

At Bacardi, we are committed to providing our Primos (employees) with a comprehensive Total Rewards package of compensation, benefits, incentives, allowances, well-being, and much more to meet the needs of themselves and their families. It goes beyond just Cash! The total rewards program is based on pay for performance, whereby the incentive programs are linked to company and individual performance.

• Compensation, Paid Time Off & Retirement: Competitive Pay Package, Competitive Holiday/Paid Time Off, plus additional days offered (i.e., volunteer day, allowing you to give back to the community), Retirement/Pension Plan.
• Health & Wellbeing: Medical, Critical Illness, and Life Insurance, Calm Meditation App subscription (free), Employee Assistance Programs, Best-in-class, family-friendly, and inclusive leave policies.

The benefits /perks may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Bacardi, your work location, and are subject to change. Some benefits may be subject to an employee contribution. Some benefits may be fully or partially subsidized. Incentive plans are linked to the nature of your employment and can vary based on region, market, function or brand.