Position Purpose:
This is a 24-month program consisting of three 8-month rotations at three of the Lindt North America companies (Ghirardelli, Lindt (USA), Lindt (Canada).* The goal of the program is to provide a fast-track experience that prepares you for an impactful role in one of the Lindt companies upon completion. Your learning-based journey provides hands-on training in Commercial Finance, Operations & Manufacturing Finance and Accounting. The program provides a strong foundation for career growth while offering multiple ways for you to make an immediate impact. This is a highly competitive opportunity to jump-start your career in a dynamic and international environment.
*This position will start at Ghirardelli in San Leandro, CA, then rotate to either Lindt USA in Stratham, NH USA or Toronto, ON Canada.
Preferred QualificationsEssential Job Functions & Responsibilities:- Responsibilities will vary depending on the rotation & position
- Trainee will support their respective teams in running reports, supporting month end responsibilities, and any ad hoc analysis required
- Prepare Monthly standard reports
- Participate in sales & operating expense planning process
- Support the preparation of forecast & planning submissions
- Trainee will focus on a series of learning & development activities in each rotation to:
- Better understand the business (Commercial, Operations & Corporate controlling)
- Develop their financial acumen (P&L, Cash Flow, Balance Sheet, etc.)
- Develop their professional skill set (Communication, Collaboration, Influencing, etc.)
- Gain cross functional exposure (i.e. Marketing, Sales, Operations, etc.)
$23.00/hour + housing stipend + rental vehicle
What We Do
Founded in 1852, the Ghirardelli Chocolate Company is a manufacturer and marketer of premium chocolate products. Ghirardelli is one of the few companies in America that controls the entire chocolate manufacturing process, from cocoa bean to finished product. This control over the manufacturing process combined with Ghirardelli's proprietary bean blend and unique methods of roasting and processing, ensures that you are rewarded with the highest quality and richest products. Ghirardelli has the richest heritage of any American chocolate company and continues to honor it to this day.
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