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As a Procurement Intern, you'll work within key areas of the Procurement and Supplier Quality (SQ) functions. You'll support projects that drive value, efficiency, and reliability across McLaren's global supply chain.
- Assisting in the sourcing of components and materials across different vehicle programmes.
- Supporting the evaluation of supplier proposals and RFQ responses.
- Analysing supplier performance metrics including cost, delivery, and quality.
- Working closely with Engineering, Finance, and Quality teams to align procurement with build milestones.
- Helping to prepare supplier communications, purchase orders, and tracking documentation.
- Supporting cost-reduction initiatives through benchmarking and analysis.
- Gaining exposure to contract management, logistics planning, and supplier audits.
- You'll also take part in intern development workshops and networking opportunities across the business.
You must be studying a relevant degree in a relevant subject such as Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or Economics at a UK university, as well as:
- A strong interest in commercial operations, procurement, and the automotive industry.
- Solid analytical and organisational skills.
- Confidence working with data and an eagerness to learn.
- Clear communication and the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
- You must also bring a passion for cars, and a desire to work at the cutting edge of the automotive industry within our Procurement business area.
We're looking for individuals with a curious mindset, strong attention to detail, and the drive to contribute in a fast-paced commercial environment. The most desirable traits include:
Commercial awareness - interest in how supplier partnerships impact product quality, cost, and delivery.
Analytical thinking - comfortable interpreting cost data and supplier KPIs.
Organisation - able to manage multiple priorities and maintainaccurate records.
Team collaboration - works well with colleagues across procurement, engineering, and finance.
Adaptability - can work across different commodities, tasks, and systems.
Problem-solving - curious and proactive in identifying better ways of working.
Professionalism - represents McLaren's brand and values when engaging with suppliers.
Attention to detail - accurate in documentation, reporting, and order management.
AI Proficiency - comfortable using AI tools ethically and effectively to support learning, productivity, innovation, and problem-solving.
Passion for performance - inspired by McLaren's vision and precision-driven culture.
We offer a wide-ranging benefits package, which includes:
- 25 days' holiday, plus bank holiday. Annual buy & sell up to five days
- Enhanced company pension scheme
- Discretionary annual bonus award
- Private medical insurance and health cash plan
- Life assurance benefit
- Benefits you can adapt to your lifestyle, such as discounted shopping
- A range of wellbeing initiatives, such as employee assistanceprogramme and free financial & mortgage advice
- Opportunities to experience our fantastic cars
*Qualifying criteria applies
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