Procurement - Graduate Programme 2027
// Role Summary
Embark on MBDA's 2-year Graduate Procurement Programme, building vital partnerships with over 3,000 suppliers to shape world-leading defence capabilities and ensure seamless supply chains for innovation and security.
// Key Responsibilities
- Gain diverse experience in Category Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Project procurement, Sub-contracting, and Services management.
- Work with over 3,000 UK and international suppliers.
- Contribute to delivering world-leading defence capabilities for the UK and allies.
- Benefit from a 2-year programme with annual salary reviews and a company bonus.
- Enjoy a hybrid working pattern with 1-3 days onsite per week.
- Undertake HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS).
// Role Specification
Procurement - Graduate Programme 2027
At MBDA, procurement is more than just purchasing; it's about cultivating crucial partnerships that define premier defence capabilities. As a member of our team, you will engage with more than 3,000 suppliers globally, navigating unique projects daily. Your responsibilities could range from procuring advanced technology and negotiating with international entities to ensuring the fluid operation of our supply chains, all while contributing to innovation and security that makes a tangible impact.
What we offer:
- A 2-year Graduate Programme commencing in September 2027.
- Annual Salary Review.
- Company bonus of up to £2,500 (dependent on company performance).
- Pension scheme with a maximum total contribution of up to 14% (employer and employee).
- Opportunities for paid overtime.
- 25 days of annual leave, with the option to purchase additional holiday days.
- Flexi Leave scheme, allowing up to 15 additional days.
- Excellent prospects for career progression and professional development.
- Site facilities including subsidized meals and free parking.
- A Healthcare Cash Plan offering reimbursement for everyday healthcare expenses.
The Opportunity:
MBDA presents unparalleled diversity in procurement opportunities. As the prime contractor for the UK Ministry of Defence and a major employer in the UK, we source an extensive array of products, goods, and services.
Our Procurement departments are instrumental in fostering partnerships and collaboration with over 3,000 suppliers across the UK and internationally. These suppliers are vital in enabling us to deliver world-leading defence capabilities to our home nation and its allies, making the effective management of these relationships paramount.
You will gain valuable insight into a broad spectrum of procurement activities, including but not limited to:
- Category Procurement
- Supply Chain Management
- Project procurement
- Sub-contracting
- Services management
You will have the chance to acquire hands-on experience in various facets of Procurement & Supply Chain, such as:
- Sourcing essential product components and test equipment for the business.
- Managing commercial and business relationships with UK and international companies, encompassing the provision of subsystems, systems, studies, and customer support.
- Risk Management.