Programme Delivery Placement

The Challenge
In Supply Chain and Programme Delivery Management, we ensure that we deliver the right product in the right quantity and conditions to the right place at the right time to satisfy the overall Programme Requirements.  

The role will provide you with the chance to work alongside Engineering, Operations, and Test teams, alongside external suppliers and partners, facilitating the seamless interaction that is crucial for a successful programme delivery.

Mission

• Supply Chain and Programme Delivery Management: Develop a deep understanding of F1 Power Unit Value Stream Map, Supply Chain Operations and Programme Delivery Processes, assisting with the coordination and timely availability of Power Unit hardware and assemblies to meet race and development schedules.

• Critical Path Analysis & Planning: Analyse critical paths within supply chain and delivery projects to identify key dependencies and constraints. Define comprehensive, actionable plans that align with programme goals and timelines.

• Create Business-Wide Visibility: Establish clear communication channels across the business to provide transparent visibility of project status, risks, and milestones. Define required actions and assign clear ownership to ensure accountability at all levels.

• Set and Maintain Delivery Pace: Drive the programme forward by setting the required pace to meet critically tight deadlines. Proactively manage timelines to mitigate delays and ensure on-time delivery of hardware and systems.

• Lead Projects: Take ownership of multiple high-priority supply chain and delivery projects within your portfolio, coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution and integration across departments.

• Stakeholder Accountability: Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including suppliers. Ensure all parties are aligned, informed, and accountable for their contributions to the programme's success.

• Risk Management & Continuous Improvement: Identify risks and bottlenecks early within supply chain and delivery processes. Champion problem-solving initiatives, driving continuous improvement and efficiency gains.

• Programme Reporting: Lead regular project reviews, gateway assessments, and status presentations. Use clear and insightful reporting to highlight progress, risks, and next steps to key stakeholders. Track key performance indicators to measure delivery success.

• Cross-Department Collaboration: Facilitate strong collaboration between Engineering, Operations, Test teams, and Supply Chain functions to ensure integrated programme execution aligned with shared goals and timelines.

What can we offer you?

This is a fantastic opportunity to start your career and to develop into a Technical Buyer or a wider Operations Management role.  Aside from the experience of working in a multiple Championship winning team our benefits package includes:

• A salary of £29,000 p/a
• Collective bonus
• 36 days annual leave
• Access to private healthcare and generous pension scheme
• Onsite Gym
• A variety of other benefits and staff discounts

What do we need from you?

• A curious, tenacious and driven individual with a hunger to thrive in a fast paced environment
• You will be on track to achieve a 2:1 degree, or above, in an Engineering, Science/Technology, Economics or Business Studies degree
• A strong academic background in relevant A Level disciplines, for example business studies, economics, maths or sciences, (or equivalent qualification)
• Excellent communicator and able to build relationships at all levels including up to Managing Director level, internally and externally
• A conscientious and professional approach to work
• Strong influencing and negotiating skills
• An adaptable approach which will enable you to develop your skills
• An enthusiastic approach and a willingness to go the extra mile to help the team succeed

The application process:

• Submit your on-line application, CV and covering letter – please specify in your covering letter which area of purchasing outlined above is your preference. The hiring managers will do their best to match it however they will assess who is most appropriate for each role. The presentation brief for the interview will be specific to this area.
  • Within this we would like to learn as much about you as possible. Tell us about your hobbies and passions; related and unrelated to the scheme or degree you are studying as this will help you stand out against candidates that may have the same qualifications and grades as you.
  • Please remember to list the grades you have achieved against the respective qualifications, employment and project experience.
  • As part of our Diversity and Inclusion policy please do not put a photo of yourself on your CV.
• Your application will be screened by HR and the hiring manager
• If successful you will be invited to attend an assessment centre which will take place between November 2025 – December 2025
• If successful your scheme will start in August/September 2026

We recognise that the ideal candidate for this role may not meet every requirement in this advert and understand that some applicants are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification.  Here at Mercedes AMG HPP our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring are critical to our success. HPP does not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or group or class protected by any local law and we encourage applications from any background.

During your application process we are committed to providing additional support where it may be needed. If you need additional financial support to help attend Assessment Centres and Interviews you can apply to be considered to receive our Interview Travel Bursary which will provide full reimbursement for any travel expenses incurred. At the point of a successful invitation to interview please raise this with your Recruitment contact at HPP.

Please note, due to the volume of applications we receive, there may be periods of time during the process where you don't hear anything from us. Don't worry We will advise you of the outcome of your application regardless of the result so please bear with us. Please be advised that we are unable to provide detailed feedback to applicants, apologies for any inconvenience.