Global Leadership Development Program (Logistics Track)

What's the role? Salary from £37,500 + competitive bonus, IMD learning, international summits, and more.

We are looking for high-performing, multilingual post-graduates eager to become HILTI's next generation of leaders in logistics.

HILTI's Outperformer Program is a unique global management development traineeship.

From day one, you will be immersed in logistics topics such as demand planning, transport tendering, and warehouse operations. You will have real responsibilities and the opportunity to make a significant impact. Your curiosity and problem-solving skills will be key in helping us achieve our purpose: Making Construction Better. What does the role involve? Hilti Outperformer is a two-year graduate program offering the chance to work on international projects and gain exposure to senior management. It is a fast-paced journey with close coaching and mentoring.
Throughout the program, you will rotate through various departments to gain a comprehensive understanding of our business and develop your skills.

The program is divided into four main stages:

• 3-4 months in an operational role
• 2-3 months for an introduction and project in global logistics
• 14 months in operational rotations within warehousing, transportation, or other supply chain units
• 4 months in a strategic project

What you need is:

• You have recently graduated or are preparing to graduate in 2026 with a relevant Master's or PhD degree.
• You have spent at least three months in an international environment, working or studying.
• You have less than three years of full-time professional experience.
• You are multilingual, fluent in English and at least one other language, or willing to learn.
• You are curious, adaptable, a team player with good communication skills, interested in management topics, intercultural experiences, and international work opportunities.
• You hold a full, clean UK manual driving license.

Who should apply? We value diversity and have successfully hired individuals with no prior experience in sales or construction. Success at Hilti depends on teamwork and ability, regardless of background. What do we offer? We provide support for your growth and development, including mentorship from senior leaders and participation in global summits.

• Hilti Summit in Schaan, Liechtenstein - 4-5 days for a global business overview
• CSR Summit - 7-8 days in a house-building project to improve living conditions
• Leadership Course & Summit - a course at a European business school and a 5-day summit

Our benefits include:

• Career advancement opportunities (over 80% of leadership roles are filled internally)
• 6% employer pension contributions
• Private health insurance and Employee Assistance Programme
• Company vehicle and fuel card for sales roles
• 33 days' holiday plus the option to buy 5 additional days
• Paid leave for charitable projects
• Hilti Benefits Box - discounts, cashback, and a cycle-to-work scheme
• Flexible working arrangements, including remote work and compressed hours
• Employee resource groups on various diversity and sustainability topics
• Trips to locations like Milan, New York, and our global HQ for high performers