Industrial Placement - Procurement & Supply Chain

Triumph Motorcycles Limited; Hinckley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading motorcycle manufacturer in Hinckley seeks an Industrial Placement in Procurement & Supply Chain for degree students. This role offers exposure to various critical functions such as supplier relationship management, contract review, and market analysis. The ideal candidate possesses strong communication skills and is adaptable in an agile environment. Apply now to join a passionate team and kickstart your career!

Benefits

Enhanced holiday scheme

Employee benefits platform

Favourable life assurance scheme

Discounted motorcycles, clothing, and accessories

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal abilities to collaborate across functions.
• Dynamic and adaptable individual who thrives under pressure.
• Self-motivated with methodical time management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft packages is essential.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for onboarding and developing suppliers.
• Support tender and nomination processes.
• Conduct market research and analysis.
• Participate in new model development discussions.
• Optimise inventory and cash flow management.
• Assist with board-level reporting.

Skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Interpersonal abilities

Adaptability

Time management

Interest in procurement and supply chain management

Proficiency in Microsoft Packages

Education

On track for a 2:2 or First Class Honours Degree in a relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

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Join Triumph as an Industrial Placement in Procurement & Supply Chain! This role is open to current degree students who are looking for a placement year in 2026/27 only.

Triumph employees are the heartbeat of our business. From the design department in Hinckley to the workshops of our dealers, everyone at Triumph works with passion and pride on the award‑winning motorcycles that excite and engage our customers. We are currently seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to embark on an exciting industrial placement within our Procurement & Supply Chain team.

A Variety Of Competitive Benefits, Including

• An enhanced holiday scheme
• Employee benefits platform
• Favourable life assurance scheme.
• Motorcycles, clothing and accessories are available to purchase at a heavily discounted.

Role

This role is perfect for someone keen to build a career in procurement and supply chain management. You will be directly involved in various critical functions, including:

• Supplier Relationship Management & Negotiation: You will be responsible for onboarding and developing suppliers, helping to define commodity strategies and negotiating contracts in line with new model requirements.
• Contract Review: Support the tender and nomination processes while aligning supplier proposals with our strategic and operational aims.
• Competitor Benchmarking: Conduct market research and analysis to ensure our supply chain remains competitive and effective.
• Component Development: Participate in new model development discussions with suppliers and collaborate with project stakeholders.
• Stock Analysis: Optimise inventory and cash flow management to support business needs.
• Business Data & Budget Analysis: Track business cases against targets, addressing negative variances and identifying savings opportunities.
• Management Reports: Assist with board‑level reporting and manage internal expectations across project stakeholders.

The Ideal Candidate Should

• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, with strong interpersonal abilities to collaborate effectively across functions.
• You should be dynamic, adaptable, and thrive under pressure in an agile business setting.
• A self‑motivated individual, you will display methodical time management and organisational skills.
• An active interest in procurement and supply chain management is a must.
• Applicants should be on track to achieve a 2:2 or First Class Honours Degree in a relevant business, science, or engineering degree.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Packages, including Excel, Word, and Outlook, is essential.

If you are ready to kickstart your career in a thrilling environment filled with passionate individuals, apply now and become a part of Triumph. Join Us for the Ride!