Key Takeaways
- Undertake a 12-month placement in Supply Chain, managing supplier contracts and relationships.
- Earn £25,900 per year.
- Study a degree in Procurement, Commercial, Business Management, Logistics, Economics, Engineering or Law.
- Work in Barrow (Cumbria) with a hybrid working arrangement.
- Placement runs from 21st June 2027 to 16th June 2028.
About the Role
This is a 12-month placement within the Supply Chain function at BAE Systems.
Role Description
Within the Supply Chain function, you will work with suppliers to source, place, and manage contracts, ensuring activities deliver value through effective planning and supplier management. The role involves managing supplier relationships to ensure governance, commercial and legal compliance while maintaining commitments to cost, quality, schedule and sustainability. You will develop and influence relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders, ensuring supply chain considerations are reflected in decision-making processes. Working in a fast-paced environment, you will solve problems, drive continuous improvement, demonstrate best practise operational procurement, uphold professional behavioural standards and positively influence supply chain performance, helping to achieve operational excellence while supporting key business objectives and strategic decisions.
Core Duties
- Supporting all aspects of Supply Chain related activity to cost, quality and schedule
- Support with contract management activity; placing & managing contracts, measuring supplier and schedule performance
- Undertaking reporting, data analysis and update contracting documents using digital toolsets such as SAP.
- Following best practice in line with our procurement governance, business requirements and performance objectives.
- Build and maintain effective working relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders to support operational objectives and supply chain performance.
- Help resolve supply chain issues and drive continuous improvement activities, contributing to reduced risks and improved operational performance.
The Submarines Team
Be a part of designing, building, testing, and commissioning the Astute and Dreadnought Class, the largest and most advanced submarines operated by the Royal Navy, providing a powerful and secure deterrent for the United Kingdom.
Qualifications Required
As a minimum requirement you’ll need to be on track to obtain, a 2:2 Bachelor’s degree or a pass at Master’s level in the following subjects: Procurement, Commercial, Business Management, Logistics, Economics, Engineering or Law.
Key Information
- Length of placement: 12 months
- Salary: £25,900
- Start Date: 21st June 2027
- Location: Barrow (Cumbria). Hybrid and flexible working arrangements are offered, with an expectation to attend site 3-5 days per week.
Please note: Many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions. Applicants must achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Some roles may require higher levels of National Security Vetting, which typically requires 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK.