Columbus M3 Accelerator Program 2025 - Business Consultant Trainee
Workplace: Linköping, Sweden
Expires: August 14, 2025
A 7-month accelerator program designed to train and develop trainees into business consultants specializing in Supply Chain Management or Finance, offering personal development, mentorship, and career opportunities at Columbus Sweden AB.
Main requirements:
- Interest in logistics or finance with a willingness to engage with technical aspects.
- Curiosity about processes and strong relationship-building and problem-solving skills.
- Fluency in both Swedish and English, spoken and written.
- Relevant higher education, e.g., Industrial Engineering and Management.
- Ability to work full-time from one of the offices in Stockholm, Göteborg, Linköping, Kalmar, or Malmö.
Responsibilities:
- Participation in a 7-month accelerator program including training and certification in Infor CloudSuite and M3.
- Specialization in Supply Chain or Finance through teacher-led sessions, cases, practice, and certification.
- Training in consulting skills, presentation techniques, and project methodology.
- Shadowing experienced consultants during assignments, customer meetings, and gaining practical guidance.
- Post-program role working on local and global projects involving requirement gathering, system configuration, workshop participation, and go-live support.
Required hard skills:
- Basic understanding or experience with ERP systems such as M3, IFS, SAP, or Microsoft Dynamics (merit).
- Ability to get certified in Infor CloudSuite and M3.
- Knowledge of Supply Chain Management or Finance processes.
Recommended hard skills:
- Prior work experience in industries such as Distribution, Manufacturing, Food & Beverage, Fashion, Equipment, or Life Science.
- Experience with business systems even if limited.
Soft skills:
- Strong curiosity and willingness to learn.
- Good patience and drive.
- Effective communication and presentation skills.
- Problem solving and relationship-building abilities.
Natural languages:
- Swedish (Proficient)
- English (Proficient)
Cultural skills:
- Team collaboration
- Work-life balance orientation
- Customer-focused mindset
- Value-driven work ethic
- Open, engaging, and supportive work environment
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