Parts Logistics Undergraduate Placement

Mercedes-Benz UK Limited; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Twelve-month programme based in Milton

Competitive salary

25 days holiday per year

Job summary

Mercedes-Benz Parts Logistics is seeking an undergraduate placement student to support employee engagement, internal communications, and culture initiatives in Milton Keynes for a 12-month period.

You will contribute to logistics projects, assist in management workshops, and help plan events while gaining hands-on experience across our People, Culture & Organisational Development activities.

Qualifications

• Current student pursuing a degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Communications, Human Resources, Marketing, Project Management, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and deliver engaging employee events, team activities, and internal celebrations.
• Maintain and continuously improve the internal communication concept for the Parts Logistics organisation.
• Create engaging content and communication materials to keep employees informed about projects, achievements, business updates, and upcoming events.
• Identify innovative communication channels and formats to enhance transparency and information sharing.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of culture-building initiatives.
• Support programs that promote collaboration, inclusion, employee wellbeing, and a positive workplace environment.
• Collect employee feedback and help transform ideas into meaningful actions.
• Assist in the preparation, facilitation, and follow-up of management workshops and leadership events.
• Create presentations, workshop materials, and documentation.
• Support the organisation of leadership meetings, strategy sessions, and team development activities.
• Participate in strategic and operational logistics projects within the Parts Logistics organisation.
• Support project managers in planning, tracking, and coordinating project activities.
• Prepare project reports, presentations, and performance analyses.
• Contribute ideas for process improvements, innovation, and operational excellence initiatives.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Creative mindset

Logistics interest

Project management interest

Proactive attitude

MS Office

Education

Current student pursuing a degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Communications, Human Resources, Marketing, Project Management, or a related field.

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description - Parts Logistics Undergraduate Placement (MER0004AA9)

Description

Duration: 12 months

Location: Milton Keynes

About us

At Mercedes-Benz Parts Logistics, our passion lies not only in delivering world-class parts solutions, but in the people who make them possible. We're dedicated, forward-thinking and committed to operating an efficient, reliable and sustainable supply chain, connecting our retailers and partners with the parts they need and helping to bring the premium Mercedes-Benz experience to life for customers.

Together, we create an inclusive workplace where everyone feels they belong, can contribute and be their best self. Our culture is built on respect and equal opportunity. We celebrate the diversity of our teams, recognising that different perspectives and experiences strengthen who we are, what we do and how we do it.

About our Parts Logistics Undergraduate programme

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting projects that strengthen our culture, improve employee engagement and drive continuous improvement across Mercedes-Benz Parts Logistics. We're looking for someone who demonstrates enthusiasm, strong communication skills and a willingness to learn, with an interest in logistics, project management, communications and organisational development.

Working within a dynamic and team-oriented environment, you'll help to deliver initiatives that support our people and business performance, contributing to operational excellence while gaining valuable experience across a range of business functions.

Employee Engagement & Events:

• Plan, coordinate, and deliver engaging employee events, team activities, and internal celebrations.
• Support the creation of initiatives that strengthen employee engagement and team spirit.
• Collaborate with different departments to develop memorable experiences for employees.

Internal Communications:

• Maintain and continuously improve the internal communication concept for the Parts Logistics organisation.
• Create engaging content and communication materials to keep employees informed about projects, achievements, business updates, and upcoming events.
• Identify innovative communication channels and formats to enhance transparency and information sharing.

Culture & Organisational Development:

• Contribute to the design and implementation of culture-building initiatives.
• Support programs that promote collaboration, inclusion, employee wellbeing, and a positive workplace environment.
• Collect employee feedback and help transform ideas into meaningful actions.

Management Workshop Support:

• Assist in the preparation, facilitation, and follow-up of management workshops and leadership events.
• Create presentations, workshop materials, and documentation.
• Support the organisation of leadership meetings, strategy sessions, and team development activities.

Logistics Projects & Project Management:

• Participate in strategic and operational logistics projects within the Parts Logistics organisation.
• Support project managers in planning, tracking, and coordinating project activities.
• Prepare project reports, presentations, and performance analyses.
• Contribute ideas for process improvements, innovation, and operational excellence initiatives.

What's in it for you

This Placement offers the opportunity to gain valuable real-world experience while making a meaningful contribution from day one. You'll take on genuine responsibility, work on projects that make a real impact and develop skills that will support your future career, all while learning from experienced colleagues in a collaborative and professional environment. You'll also receive:

• Twelve-month programme based in our offices in Milton Keynes
• A competitive salary
• 25 days holiday per year, plus bank holidays

What you'll bring

• Current student pursuing a degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Communications, Human Resources, Marketing, Project Management, or a related field.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Creative mindset with a passion for people, culture, and teamwork.
• Interest in logistics, operations, and project management.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and eager to take ownership of tasks.
• Comfortable working with Microsoft Office applications.

Need adjustments during the recruitment process?

We want every candidate to feel supported throughout our recruitment process. If there is anything we can do to help you participate fully and comfortably, please let us know. We're committed to creating an accessible experience and will work with you to provide any support or adjustments you may need.

Right to work

Due to UK legislation, we can only accept applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.

We care about your personal data. The UK General Data Protection Regulation provides you with more control and by submitting an application to us, we consider this to be an agreement to process your personal data in support of our recruitment and selection process.

Data categories that we process in relation to your application are the ones that you provided as part of the application process. We process your personal data in relation to the application, in accordance with the legal requirements. Recipients of your personal data within our company are the managers of the specialist unit in charge of filling the position and the responsible colleagues from HR.

Your application data is held within our secure application tracking system called Taleo - you'll be given access to a candidate zone in this system where you can monitor and manage your application and see status updates. We will communicate with you, by email or phone throughout the recruitment process so that we can keep you updated and inform you of your progress through the recruitment process. You can also seek 'job alerts' once you are registered in Taleo and it's possible your details may be returned in searches we conduct for new positions and we may contact you by email to let you know about them. We limit the storage of your data to the necessary period. Contact us as [e-mail] for further information.

If you have any questions about any matter relating to data protection or the personal data that we process about you for the purpose of personnel recruiting, please contact the Chief Officer of Corporate Data Protection for the Mercedes-Benz Group at the following address: HPC W079 70546 Stuttgart, [e-mail] .