Graduate Global Operations (m/f/d) Focus Production Site Aachen

​Graduate  |  Temporary  |  Full-time  |  On-Site​

For our Global Graduate Programme, we are looking for YOU as a rising star – lateral thinker, visionary, team player, creative head or globetrotter! 

We shape diamonds in the rough: Within the 24-month programme, starting in July 2025, you go through structured international rotations within Global Operations, with the focus in our production site in Aachen, oriented on your potential. You will build up your knowledge and personal network while working on impactful projects with top management visibility. We offer you one-on-one-coachings by experienced leaders and trainings to support you in your personal and professional growth. 

What the job looks like
Each day you'll enjoy a variety of challenges, such as:

• During your programme you´ll dive into different functions and areas within Global Operations and learn about our operating model and key processes with the focus in our production site in Aachen 
• Your projects will be diverse and mostly with global impact and you will have plenty of chances to present your results to the senior leaders of global operations 
• A project example can be the implementation of Autonomous Maintenance as part of a rotation in Operational Excellence.
• You will actively work on your development, which is supported by a (Senior) Leader Mentor including ambition talks, coaching sessions, shadowing & performing reviews
• You will participate in global trainings for all graduates as well as customized ones per individual programme
• Additionally, you will be part of our Global Graduate Network

What you'll bring to the table
To make the most of this role and truly thrive, you should have:

• An excellent degree in Engineering or Pharmacy (e.g. Pharma, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or in Automatization) 
• First professional experience in operations or in a pharmaceutical company (e.g. through internships) with continuous improvement mindset
• Strong communication, intercultural and social skills as well as an enthusiastic can-do attitude and the drive to shape your processes every day 
• Strong analytical skills 
• Fluency in English and German
• And the strong motivation to learn and grow as a future leader in our company

Come on board & look forward to

• Attractive compensation and extensive social benefits 
• 30 vacation days + bridging days
• Wide range of company benefits e.g. health initiatives & sports activities
• Top modern international working environment

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Our Global Operations team ensures a safe, efficient and reliable product supply to patients. The experts in this area constantly strive to ensure excellence at every stage of our value chain and to support Grünenthal’s mission of a world free of pain.