Customer Marketing & Business Analytics Year In Industry Programme 2026

Bayer is an organisation where decisions are made together and where innovation cycles are in 90 days sprints. Our operating model (Dynamic Shared Ownership (we call it DSO) is a reimagined way of operating a multinational company which moves at speed and scale with the goal of delivering on our vision.

Being part of #TeamBayer means that you are part of our vision and of our future – delivering to our farmers, patients, and consumers.

Our Mission & Strategy | Bayer Global

“At Bayer, sustainability is ingrained in our mission ‘Health for all, hunger for none’, driving our commitment to healthcare and agricultural innovation. We prioritise reducing our environmental footprint, enhancing our social impact, and ensuring sustainable business practices. As part of our team, you'll have opportunities to contribute to various initiatives such as achieving climate neutrality across our facilities by 2030, to improving access to healthcare and nutrition to 100 million underserved people worldwide by 2030. Join us and be part of a culture that values innovation and empowers change, as we strive to shape a healthier, more sustainable, and inclusive world.”

Who are we and what is it like to work for us?

We’re Bayer Consumer Health — a team committed to evidence‑based decision‑making and consumer‑centric innovation. Working with us means getting hands‑on experience across two high‑impact areas (Customer Marketing and Insights & Analytics), collaborating with cross‑functional teams, agencies and retail partners, and contributing to decisions that shape healthcare categories. Expect a fast‑paced, supportive environment with strong mentorship, real responsibility from day one, and a culture that values curiosity, measurable impact and continuous learning across dynamic 90‑day project cycles.

What does the role involve?

This placement gives analytical talent the opportunity to drive data‑informed decisions across our Consumer Health business through two rotations:

Insights & Analytics rotation

• Act as an analytical consultant on core business initiatives.

• Create and implement dashboards to visualize data effectively, presenting findings to stakeholders in a clear and accessible manner.

• Conduct root cause analysis for business challenges, interpreting complex datasets to drive actionable insights

• Drive adoption of data tools and reporting systems across commercial teams as a change management specialist, building data literacy and enabling data-driven decision making

• Oversee the cataloguing of data usage and reporting, ensuring compliance against governance principles.

Customer Marketing rotation

• Apply business intelligence to enhance sales and marketing performance.

• Support consumer and shopper research projects and translate insights into commercial actions.

• Support the evolution of retail media through retail partnerships, driving the growth of our brands both instore and online.

• Collect and analyse customer intelligence, with a focus on sustainability and category growth.

Who are we looking for?

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree (Business, Computer Science, Mathematics/Statistics or related) with availability for a Year in Industry placement starting September 2026.

• High analytical capability and comfort working with data.

• Ability to interpret analysis and present findings clearly to non‑technical audiences.

• Naturally curious, eager to learn and ask the right questions.

• Excellent organisation, attention to detail and great prioritisation/time management.

• Logical thinker with an orientation toward process improvement and practical problem solving.

• Confident communicator who can tailor messages to different stakeholders.

• Collaborative, adaptable and resilient in a changing environment.

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation package consisting of an attractive base salary and annual bonus. Individual bonus can also be granted for top performance awards.

• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

• Private Healthcare, generous pension scheme and Life Insurance

• Wellness programs and support

• Employee discount scheme

• State of the art offices

• International career possibilities

• Adaptable and Hybrid working, must live a commutable distance from our Reading Office

• Help with home office equipment

• Volunteering days

• Support for professional growth in a wide range of learning and development opportunities

• We welcome and embrace diversity providing an inclusive working environment

• On the job training and development

• Future Talent Programme – Personal development

• Business awareness sessions

• Networking & Wellbeing events

• STEM ambassador project

The best possible work-life balance is of great importance to us, which is why we support adaptable hybrid working model.

Using AI

AI can be used to help practice and structure your responses to the application form questions but should not be used create your responses. Remember, the goal of using AI in your job application is to augment your natural abilities and showcase your best self. It's not about creating a persona that isn't you. We value authenticity and want to understand who you are, your experiences, and what you bring to the table.

What are the next steps?

All applications will be reviewed and, subject to initial screening, successful candidates will be invited to telephone interviews February, followed by assessment centres in March; we will communicate outcomes at each stage, and the anticipated start date for successful candidates is 7 September. Thank you for applying — we look forward to reviewing your submission.