Undergraduate Procurement

Description

Length of placement: 12 months

Job title: Undergraduate Air Procurement

Location: Warton/Samlesbury (Lancashire). We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – however for this role you will be expected to attend your site 3-5 days per week.

Salary: £25,900

End date: 16th June 2028

Who we are

Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow – shaping a safer future, for all of us.

From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space – there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.

Role description

As part of the Procurement function, you will support the delivery of procurement activities that enable the business to achieve its objectives while developing your commercial and supply chain knowledge. You will gain experience working within a collaborative environment, contributing to procurement projects and developing an understanding of how effective procurement supports business performance, operational success, and value creation across the organisation.

Core duties

• Support the management of supplier relationships, maintaining regular communication with vendors, monitoring performance, helping to resolve supply or service issues, and proactively managing supplier risks.

• Conduct the timely placement of purchase orders, process procurement requests, and maintain accurate purchasing records in line with company policies and financial controls.

• Conduct market analysis and supplier research to identify potential vendors, compare costs, assess risks, and support sourcing activities that deliver value for money.

• Assist with supplier negotiations by gathering data, preparing cost analyses, supporting contract activities, and updating multiple enterprise systems to ensure data accuracy.

• Track supplier performance, analyse procurement and spend data, identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce costs, and produce reports and presentations for stakeholders.

• Build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, collaborating across teams to understand business requirements, provide procurement support, and deliver a high standard of customer and supplier service.

The Air Team

We have a proud heritage in the development, manufacture, upgrade and support of world-leading combat and fast jet trainer aircraft. We operate across the globe, supporting design, production, and provision of aircraft including Typhoon, F-35 and Tempest.

Why BAE Systems

Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work – this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family – support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

A place where everyone can thrive

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Qualification requirements

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: All subjects considered.

Start date: 21st June 2027

Length of contract: 12 months