Supply Management Placement

Supply Management Placement

Start date: 20 July 2026

Location: Portsmouth

Duration: 12 months

Application: We love your interest in joining Airbus! There is no limit on the number of positions you can apply for, however, please be aware that you can only progress in the selection process for one position at a time. We recommend reviewing all available opportunities and applying to those that best match your experience and aspirations.

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Benefits:

Salary: £23,850 37 hours per week // Flexible working hours // Hybrid working // Half day Fridays! // 25 days holiday plus bank holidays *subject to completing full hours prior to this

About us:

Our Supply Management team is a dedicated group of 20 professionals, central to the success of our space-bound missions. Operating from our two key UK sites in Portsmouth and Stevenage, we are responsible for the expert procurement and meticulous incoming inspection of all mission-critical equipment. As a key member of our Operations sub-team, you will join a dynamic and challenging environment where every day brings new opportunities for growth. This role is a unique launchpad for your career, offering the chance to develop a comprehensive skillset in supply chain management. We are committed to your professional development, tailoring your responsibilities and training to align with your existing skills and future ambitions.

What you will be doing:

• Operational management of a procurement team;
• People Management (indirectly);
• Problem-solving within an engineering and supply chain environment;
• Reporting practices for internal customers;
• Technical knowledge of various commodities integrated into satellites;
• Process optimisation within the supply chain;
• Strategic thinking and its application within Supply Chain;
• Generation and management of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs);
• Risk and non-conformance management.

Requirements:

Our placements are open to Undergraduates only. Therefore it is mandatory for candidates to be an undergraduate for the whole duration of the placement. Please inform your graduation date on your application. *Your application should include a CV along with a Cover Letter outlining your motivation and suitability for the role.* Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate the following:

• Studying towards or holding a degree in Supply Chain, Industrial Management/Operations, or a related field;
• A strong awareness of operational and industrial environments;
• Knowledge of process improvement and LEAN methodologies;
• Excellent practical problem-solving skills;
• Meticulous attention to detail;
• Effective stakeholder management abilities.

SECURITY CLEARANCE:

You will be subject to a BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) check. You may also need to gain UK SC-level Security Clearance or Export Control, depending on the role.

Contact

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How to apply

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