Bespoke Parts Quality & Purchasing - Placement Year

BMW Group; Chichester; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

An automotive manufacturer in Chichester offers a 12-month internship in the Bespoke Parts Quality & Purchasing department. Candidates will manage quality topics and supplier processes while developing professional skills. The role requires a 2:1 Bachelor's degree, excellent communication, and organizational skills. A competitive salary of £27,000 and additional benefits are provided.

Benefits

Competitive annual salary of £27,000

27 days holiday per annum

Attractive pension scheme

Subsidised on-site restaurant

Access to employee discounts

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree, returning to studies for at least 6 months after placement.
• Ability to adapt working approach and prioritize tasks.

Responsibilities

• Manage parts quality topics for bespoke components.
• Understand supplier manufacturing processes.
• Coordinate Target Management Process and key performance indicators.

Skills

Relationship building skills

Written and verbal communication skills

Organisational skills

Time management skills

Team player

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

2:1 Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Supply Chain Management

Job description

YOU ONLY EVER GET OUT WHAT YOU PUT IN.

SHARE YOUR PASSION.

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars is part of the BMW Group and its Goodwood manufacturing plant sits in the heart of the West Sussex countryside.

As the epitome of exclusive super luxury, a Rolls-Royce delivers unmatched quality, style, and performance. Behind the legendary brand is a team of passionate and highly talented people who do their utmost to satisfy the wishes of clients who commission a Rolls-Royce. Each year we offer internship opportunities, and we are keen to hear from you if you are currently studying an undergraduate degree and are looking to complete a 13-month placement.

The maxim of Sir Henry Royce, ‘take the best that exists and make it better’, permeates in everything we do at Rolls-Royce. As a student, you will have hands on experience from day one, gaining practical insights into the corporate operations of a world-class automotive manufacturer.

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars - Goodwood - Bespoke Parts Quality & Purchasing - 12 Month Placement (July 2026)

The Bespoke Parts Quality and Purchasing department are responsible for the selection and management of external suppliers to support the bespoke business. Relying on close working relationships with internal/external partners alike, the department is tasked with delivering new and innovative bespoke products from a specialist low volume supply base. It takes people with an uncompromising perception of quality and exceptional business acumen to procure the most suitable materials for each of our unique bespoke vehicles.

What awaits you?

• Managing parts quality topics for a selection of bespoke components.
• Managing the Industrialisation of those components.
• Familiarising yourself with the parts quality systems and processes.
• Understanding supplier manufacturing processes with bespoke suppliers.
• Co-ordination and steering of Target Management Process and key performance indicators (KPI’s).

What should you bring along?

• Studying towards a 2:1 Bachelor’s degree - preferably inEngineering and or Supply Chain Management
• Strong relationship building skills and ability to show good inter-personal skills, showing exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Good organisational and time management skills, and ability to show high attention to detail to every task.
• Ability to adapt working approach depending on specific requirements, prioritise activities, work under pressure, multi-task and solve problems.
• An excellent team player who possesses solid interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Experienced user of Microsoft Office and Outlook.

What can you look forward to?

• Great Pay – A competitive annual salary of £27,000, 27 days holiday per annum (pro rata to your contract) and an attractive pension scheme.
• Rewarding Work-Life Balance – Contracted working hours are40 hours a week.
• Exciting Additional Benefits –You will have the opportunity to enjoy other employee benefits, a subsidised on-site restaurant and access to our Advantages scheme which gives you a range of offers and discounts.

What do you need to do now?

If you apply, the next stages of the recruiting process include online testing, an in person assessment centre and then a virtual interview with the hiring manager.

Please note:

To be eligible for this position, you must be returning to your studies, for a minimum of 6 months, after completion of this placement. You must be able to provide proof of your legal right to work in the UK.

We are committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of disability, age, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, gender, sex or sexual orientation.

At the BMW Group, we place great importance on equal treatment and equal opportunities. Our recruiting decisions are based on the personality, experience, and skills of the applicants.

Closing date for applications: Sunday 30th November 2025

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