Working in Procurement enables you to take up a variety of roles to help ensure that we deliver the right products, at the right time and at the right cost to the required quality.
Your role will be varied; ranging from undertaking supplier visits to a more analytical focus of developing procurement strategies.
We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements, however for this role you will be expected to attend your site 4 days per week.
Location
Rochester, Preston, Warton, Sheffield, Barrow, Samlesbury
Salary
£34,000 + £2,000 Welcome Bonus
Graduate Electronic Systems Procurement
The Electronic Systems Team
Delivering world leading controls and display solutions for more than 70 years, the workforce is at the forefront of exciting electronic technologies, including the Striker II Helmet, active control sticks and flight control computers.
What you’ll be doing
- Rotations through the Procurement teams supporting both Category Management and working within Integrated Project Teams.
- Ensuring that activities deliver value for money through planned and skilful management including coordinating supplier selection.
- Responsible for contract negotiations, placement and management of all third party requirements in relevant categories and projects.
- Responsible for subsequent and appropriate management of the supply base (SRM) monitoring and improving performance.
- Developing relationships with both internal and external stakeholders, you will also be responsible for producing key reports and presentations to those same stakeholders.
Qualification requirements
As a minimum requirement you’ll need to have obtained, or be predicted to obtain, a 2.2 in your Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a Supply Chain, Business or Finance related Degree.
Graduate Shared Services Procurement
The Shared Services Team
We are home to experts and leaders in their fields who manage some of today’s toughest challenges, delivering the most complex programmes, generating critical export growth and supporting thousands of advanced engineering jobs distributed throughout the UK.
What you’ll be doing
- Engaging with stakeholders across all business units to develop and deliver our global procurement strategies.
- Supporting negotiations on existing and new contracts to ensure best cost / service solution to the business whilst striving for World Class solutions.
- Managing suppliers to ensure there is a professional and effective business relationship with necessary metrics in place
- Performing elements of operational procurement such as requisition and invoice approval.
- Being involved at all stages of project lifecycles, starting with stakeholder and demand management, sourcing and tendering and contract negotiation.
Qualification requirements
As a minimum requirement you’ll need to have obtained, or be predicted to obtain, a 2.2 in your Bachelor’s or Master’s degree preferably in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Construction, Quantity Surveying and Technology.
Graduate Air Procurement
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.
What you’ll be doing
- Delivering value for money through planned and skilful management, typically coordinating supplier selection.
- Subsequent and appropriate management of the supply base (SRM).
- Conducting contract negotiations and placement and management of all third party requirements in relevant categories / projects.
- Develop relationships with stakeholders and maintain stakeholder maps.
- Responsible for producing key reports and presentations to those same stakeholders.
Qualification requirements
As a minimum requirement you’ll need to have obtained, or be predicted to obtain, a 2.2 in your Bachelor’s or Master’s degree. All areas of degrees will be considered.
Graduate Weapon Systems Procurement and Supply Chain
The Weapon Systems Team
As part of BAE Systems Platforms and Services, Weapon Systems designs, manufactures and supports artillery systems, naval guns, and provides engineering capability. A career here means using your passion and ingenuity to protect national security with breakthrough technology and intelligence solutions.
What you’ll be doing
- You’ll ensure that activity delivers value for money through planned and skilful management, typically coordinating supplier selection.
- Subsequent and appropriate management of the supply base (SRM).
- Contract negotiations, placement and management of all third party requirements in relevant categories / projects.
- You’ll develop relationships with stakeholders and maintain stakeholder maps.
- You’ll also be responsible for producing key reports and presentations to those same stakeholders.
Qualification requirements
As a minimum requirement you’ll need to have obtained, or be predicted to obtain, a 2.2 in your Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business related degree, a Law degree or an Economics degree.
Graduate Naval Ships Supply Chain
The Naval Ships Team
We design and build offshore patrol vessels, giant aircraft carrier and provide complex warships including the Type 26 Frigate to the Royal Navy, giving the customer capability to fulfil operations around the world.
What you’ll be doing
- Through Life Cycle Management (LCM), plan and monitor all in-scope transactional procurement and contracting activity.
- Manage supplier risk, seek out, identify and deliver opportunities for continuous improvement and cost savings.
- Record and report cost savings / cost avoidance and deliver ongoing cost analysis.
- Undertake the continuous review of Supplier performance and development activities using business Key Performance Indicator’s (KPI’s).
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Maintain Procurement systems with quality, accurate information relating to the procurement activity and in accordance with the Document Management Policy and process.
Qualification requirements
As a minimum requirement you’ll need to have obtained, or be predicted to obtain, a 2.2 in your Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Procurement, General Engineering, Manufacturing, Project Management, Economics, Finance and Accounting, Supply Chain, Society Politics and Policy and Business Management.
Graduate Submarines Supply Chain
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.
What you’ll be doing
- You’ll work with suppliers to source, place and manage contracts ensuring the activity delivers added value through planned and skilful management.
- You’ll be responsible for managing our suppliers to ensure commercial and legal compliance whilst upholding commitment to cost and schedule.
- You’ll develop and influence relationships with key stakeholders, both internal and external, to ensure all decisions consider the needs of the supply chain.
- You’ll continually problem solve and positively influence the supply chain to achieve operational excellence and in turn play a critical role in our business decisions.
Qualification requirements
As a minimum requirement you’ll need to be on track to obtain, a 2.2 in your Bachelor’s or Master’s degree Procurement, Commercial, Business Management, Economics, Engineering or Law.
Graduate Maritime Services Supply Chain
About Maritime and Land Defence Solutions
With collaboration, innovation and a laser-like customer focus at its core, M&L Defence Solutions is growing a strong, long-term UK product and support business. It focuses on four key areas: Future Warship Support, Underwater Battlespace, Future Land Capability and Future Air Defence, encompassing both major investment in new products and cutting-edge technologies.
What you’ll be doing
A strong, resilient supply chain keeps missions on track, ensures equipment is operational and protects those who protect us! This is a chance to join our Supply Chain graduate scheme. Core rotations include.
- Procurement & Strategic sourcing – Build relationships with trusted suppliers, ensuring compliance with strict regulations.
- Project Procurement – Work alongside the high-profile project teams to ensure mission-critical equipment is available when needed.
- Supplier Quality and Risk Management – Maintain rigorous quality control and mitigate supply chain risks.
- You will be part of a highly functional team with strong mentorship, developing skills in supply-chain resilience, compliance and innovation.
Qualification requirements
As a minimum requirement you’ll need to have obtained, or be predicted to obtain, a 2.2 in your Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Procurement, General Engineering, Manufacturing, Project Management, Economics, Finance and Accounting, Supply Chain, Society Politics and Policy and Business Management.
Graduate Air Supply Chain
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.
What you’ll be doing
You will play an active role in supporting the Supply Chain for Military Aircraft customers across the globe, working in both tactical and strategic environments to ensure customer requirements are met.
This role offers insights and hands-on experience in key areas such as Operational Supply Chain, Inventory Forecasting and Planning, On-Base Operational Delivery, and Procurement.
It will provide you with a well-rounded understanding of the Supply Chain from multiple perspectives.
Qualification requirements
As a minimum requirement you’ll need to have obtained, or be predicted to obtain, a 2.2 in your Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, in Supply Chain Management & Logistics, Business Administration, Operational Management, International Business, Procurement or Project Management
Graduate Submarines Supply Chain
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.
What you’ll be doing
The Supply Chain Function is responsible for co-ordinating demand, buying products, managing suppliers and ensuring our inventory is safely stored and maintained. Whether you will be raising purchase orders for multi-million pound contracts, reviewing supplier risk & intelligence portfolios or developing creative storage solutions, you will have a direct responsibility for helping shape the future of our Supply Chain.
Qualification requirements
As a minimum requirement you’ll need to have obtained, or be predicted to obtain, a 2.2 in your Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a Business related degree, a Law degree or an Economics degree.
Benefits
As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing & lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.
Why BAE Systems?
This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible.
If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.
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.
