Procurement Industrial Placement Opportunity

4 weeks ago


Gaydon, Warwickshire, United Kingdom Aston Martin Full time

Procurement Industrial Placement

Are you ready to gain hands-on experience in the world of luxury automotive procurement? We are recruiting six Procurement Industrial Placement students to join our 12-month placement scheme, where you'll immerse yourself in the heart of our Procurement department, experiencing how our team selects and manages all external suppliers. You'll see first-hand the impact procurement has on Aston Martin's profitability and success by developing competitive, long-term supply agreements.

This placement is your opportunity to be part of a team where unity, trust, ownership, and courage drive our culture and where your contributions will shape the future of one of the world's most iconic luxury brands. You'll collaborate daily with the wider Procurement team and multiple cross-function colleagues, working closely with supply partners to assess costs, negotiate deals, and source new partners.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Strategic Sourcing: Support the team in identifying and selecting new supply partners to enhance our supply base.
  • Cost Management: Take ownership of procurement costs to optimize the company's profitability.
  • Supplier Negotiations: Negotiate with current and potential partners to secure the best terms.
  • Collaborative Work: Work alongside Buyers and Senior Buyers to deliver on procurement objectives and meet project deadlines.
  • Continuous Learning: Ask questions, seek guidance, and propose new ideas to drive team improvements.

Requirements:

  • Educational Background: Pursuing a degree with a minimum predicted 2:1 grade, returning to the final year of study after the placement.
  • UCAS Points: Achieved 128 UCAS points at A-Level or an equivalent qualification.
  • Commutable to Gaydon: This role is fully onsite, based at our Gaydon HQ.
  • Skills & Attributes: Strong communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Why Aston Martin?

For over 111 years, Aston Martin has crafted the most exquisitely addictive performance sports cars. But it takes more than one person to build an Aston Martin. Behind our world-class cars are hundreds of dedicated dreamers, darers, and doers, working together to make extraordinary things happen every day.

When you join us, you're not just an intern but part of a legacy. We're embarking on an exciting new era, and we need the best people to help us shape the future of our business. This is your chance to write your own chapter in the story of Aston Martin.

Belong at Aston Martin

We value the unique contributions that you bring in terms of education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, gender identity, and more. We celebrate diversity and seek applicants who can bring something different to our team.



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