Procurement Commercial Placement
Around 80% of Airbus’ activity is sourced from an external supplier. Working with more than 12,000 suppliers worldwide that provide products and services for flying and non-flying parts, joining the Procurement team will put you at the heart of Airbus where you will operate in a truly international environment. To manage all of this, the Airbus Procurement function is diverse in its activities, from supporting our sustainable aviation ambitions with ZeroE, negotiating multimillion dollar claims and contracts or managing supplier quality and delivery issues.
This internship opportunity will focus on the commercial and strategic aspects of Procurement but will also provide excellent exposure to other areas of Procurement, offering you the perfect opportunity to experience the exciting challenges and opportunities Procurement has to offer. Airbus UK design, manufacture and manage the Supply Chain for Wings, Landing Gear and Fuel Systems on all Airbus Commercial Aircraft. Wing manufacture is performed at the world-class Broughton Production facility whilst design and supply chain management is based in Filton, Bristol. Components and parts are delivered from a supply chain spanning the globe. This supply chain is managed from the UK and delivers into the Airbus Wing manufacturing plant in Broughton as well as directly into Airbus’ Final Assembly Lines located in France, Germany, USA, Canada and China.
What you will be doing:
During the internship, your role will vary between a range of activities that encompass:
* Developing your skills in all elements of supplier management, negotiation and contract management while working with a diverse range of stakeholders from across the business, as well as Airbus suppliers;
* Working throughout real projects and contributing towards Call for Tenders (CFTs);
* Negotiating claims and contracts with suppliers or supporting analysis to devise a new product strategy for projects such as ZeroE.
Working with experienced buyers and senior management, you will be given responsibilities and objectives that will challenge you and offer experiences to grow your career and knowledge of procurement. In addition to your work, there are opportunities to join a wide variety of employee networks including a dedicated Early Careers network, Generation Airbus, Pride@Airbus, Balance for Business, Breathe and embRACE to help you develop both your professional and personal skills along the way. You will also be supported by like-minded apprentices, other Early Careers and members of senior management.
Requirements:
Our placements are open to Undergraduates only. Therefore, it is mandatory for candidates to be an undergraduate for the whole duration of the placement. Please inform your graduation date on your application.
Please ensure you include your CV and a cover letter for your application to be considered.
Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate the following:
* Studying towards a degree in Business Management, Economics, Maths, or equivalent;
* Curious and driven attitude with a desire to launch their career in Procurement and build an understanding of the wider Airbus business;
* Comfortable communicating with a wide range of people;
* Collaborates well within and beyond your placement teams;
* Proactive in your approach;
* Good organisation and time management;
* An attention to detail;
* Proficient oral and written communication skills in English.
SECURITY CLEARANCE: Eligibility to gain UK SC Security Clearance OR you will be subject to a BPSS check (including a criminal record check).
About Airbus
Airbus pioneers sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world. The Company constantly innovates to provide efficient and technologically-advanced solutions in aerospace, defence, and connected services. In commercial aircraft, Airbus offers modern and fuel-efficient airliners and associated services. Airbus is also a European leader in defence and security and one of the world's leading space businesses. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions and services worldwide.
At Airbus, we draw on each other’s expertise and experience and put our passion and determination into exploring sustainable aerospace developments. We connect to the best minds. We make bold decisions. We find smart solutions. We get the world’s most advanced technologies off the ground.
Our people work with passion and determination to make the world a more connected, safer and smarter place. Taking pride in our work, we draw on each other's expertise and experience to achieve excellence. Our diversity and teamwork culture propel us to accomplish the extraordinary - on the ground, in the sky and in space.
Together we can achieve extraordinary things – on the ground, in the sky and in space.
How to apply
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Please note that applications may close before the application deadline, so apply early to avoid disappointment.
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