Parts Logistics - Placement Year

BMW Group UK; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days holiday (pro rata)

Subsidised on-site restaurant

Advantages scheme

Job summary

BMW Group UK is offering a Parts Logistics placement year in Farnborough. You will support UK distribution for BMW, MINI, Rolls‑Royce and Motorrad, and work with the NDC in Northampton and German teams.

You will gain hands‑on management experience, deputise for supervisors, and contribute to major logistics projects while developing Excel, PowerPoint and data skills in a fast‑paced environment.

Qualifications

• Currently studying for an undergraduate Business or STEM degree with an interest in Logistics, Operations or Supply Chain Management and on track to achieve a 2:2 or above.
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in PowerPoint.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving ability.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to prioritise effectively and manage multiple tasks.
• Curious, proactive and eager to learn.
• Interest in data analysis, AI and digital innovation

Responsibilities

• Oversight of UK Supply Chain and distribution of car parts across the UK and Ireland for BMW, MINI, Rolls‑Royce and Motorrad.
• Travel to the BMW National Distribution Centre (NDC) in Northampton; collaboration with European teams in Germany.
• Involvement in high spend, long term strategic projects.
• Work with Strategy, Business Development and Customer Support teams.
• Gained hands‑on management experience deputising for superiors when needed.
• Contribute to daily operations and lead projects on a personal basis.
• Support the department migration to a new operating system for logistics processes

Skills

Advanced Excel

PowerPoint

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Prioritisation

Curiosity & learning

Data analysis interest (AI & digital)

Education

Undergraduate Business or STEM degree

Job description

Parts Logistics - Placement Year

START WITH WHAT DRIVES YOU.

We believe in creating an environment where our interns really can learn by doing during their time with us and where they are given their own areas of responsibilities from the start. That’s why our experts treat you as part of the team from day one, encourage you to bring your own ideas to the table – and give you the opportunity to really show what you can do.

Summit ONE in Farnborough is home to the National Sales Company for the BMW Group in the UK, as well as BMW Group Financial Services which offers retailers, corporate and private customers a range of customised financial services. Alphabet (GB) Ltd. as a leading provider of Business Mobility Services is also located in Farnborough.

BMW Financial Services, Farnborough - Parts Logistics - Placement (July 2027)

Supporting the Parts and Logistics team in the UK to ensure we have the rights parts, in the right place, at the right time.

What awaits you?

• Helping to oversee the UK Supply Chain and distribution of car parts and accessories across the UK and Ireland, for BMW, MINI, Rolls-Royce and Motorrad.
• Work closely with our service provider at the BMW National Distribution Centre (NDC) in Northampton (travel to the NDC will be required as part of this role). Work closely with our European colleagues in Germany.
• Get involved in high spend, long term strategic projects.
• Work alongside other teams in the wider department responsible for Strategy, Business Development and Customer Support.
• You will also gain hands on management experience deputising for superiors when they are on leave or engaged on other projects.
• Your attention to detail and endeavours will help maintain business continuity, with day-to-day responsibilities and projects that you will be assigned to individually manage.
• Be part of the biggest change project the department will have experienced, as we migrate to a new operating system responsible for our entire logistics process.

What should you bring along?

• Currently studying for an undergraduate Business or STEM degree with an interest in Logistics, Operations or Supply Chain Management and on track to achieve a 2:2 or above.
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in PowerPoint.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to prioritise effectively and manage multiple tasks.
• Curious, proactive and eager to learn.
• Interest in data analysis, AI and digital innovation

What can you look forward to?

• Great Pay – A competitive annual salary, 27 days holiday per annum (pro rata to your contract) and an attractive pension scheme.
• Rewarding Work-Life Balance – Enjoy a supportive working environment that promotes wellbeing, flexibility and sustainable success.
• 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 a virtual assessment centre and an in-person 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 18th October 2026.