At the beginning of 2024, I graduated as a Chemical Engineer. Until then, I had been working as an intern in a small frozen fruit and vegetable factory, but I knew I wanted something more for my career. That led me to start exploring different job opportunities, including some outside the engineering field.
Around that time, I spoke with an ex‑graduate, Ignacio Basualdo, a university friend who happened to be doing his rotations in Buenos Aires. He recommended the programme and encouraged me to apply.
When I read about the structure of the scheme - the different rotations, the focus on both personal and professional development, and the company culture - I realised it offered exactly the “something more” I had been looking for. A couple of months later, I found myself joining the programme and relocating to Buenos Aires.
So far, I have completed two full rotations and recently started my third one. I can confidently say that each rotation has challenged me in different ways while also enriching my development far beyond what I initially expected.
Energy & Sustainability – Argentina
My first rotation was with the Energy & Sustainability team, where my role focused on standardising the structure of our consultancy services delivered at customer sites. These assessments helped identify improvement opportunities within their steam systems. I was also responsible for tracking all pull‑through actions generated from each consultancy to ensure that no self‑generated business opportunity was lost. This rotation strengthened my technical understanding of our products and processes, while also developing soft skills such as customer interaction, communication, and a deeper sense of ownership and belonging within the organisation.
Supply Chain – Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence – Argentina
My second rotation took place within Supply Chain, working in the Continuous Improvement and Operational Excellence team. I acted as a support resource across the entire factory, helping different departments identify issues and equipping them with the right tools and methodologies to solve problems and perform at their best. This experience taught me a great deal about excellence‑driven workflows and continuous improvement methodologies - skills that are highly transferable beyond manufacturing. It pushed me out of my comfort zone and exposed me to several digital tools, including Power BI, Python programming, and even the integration of AI into process improvement.
In my current rotation, I am part of the Sales – EMEA Technical Centre of Excellence, where I am gaining a broader understanding of the Group’s global business strategy. I am involved in developing a new product and supporting the Excellence Technical team on large‑scale projects across EMEA. This placement is helping me connect the technical and operational experience from my previous rotations with a more strategic, high‑level perspective of the organisation.
One of the aspects I enjoy the most about this role is that my day‑to‑day work is far from monotonous. It evolves week by week depending on project priorities and the needs of the team. At the start of each week, we align on tasks, responsibilities, and priorities, and from there we move into execution.
My activities can vary widely - from conducting feasibility studies, preparing quotations, and supporting customer presentations, to spending time at the factory validating product details before launch. This variety keeps me constantly learning, adapting, and contributing to different dimensions of the business.
The culture in my OpCo has played a key role in enabling me to make a meaningful impact. From day one, I have felt trusted to think independently, contribute ideas, and take ownership of the work I’m involved in. Instead of being given predetermined answers, I’ve been encouraged to explore solutions, challenge assumptions, and learn through real responsibility.
Another aspect that has made a difference is the collaborative and supportive environment. I’ve had the chance to shadow colleagues across different teams, ask questions freely, and gain insights into how various parts of the business operate. This willingness to share knowledge creates a space where learning feels natural and continuous.
Finally, the strong focus on wellbeing and teamwork has made the OpCo a genuinely welcoming place. Whether it’s the informal moments we share, the openness of the people, or the emphasis on helping each other succeed, the culture creates the psychological safety needed to grow, contribute, and have a real impact.
