Parts Operations and Data Analysis - Placement Year

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

Job summary

A leading automotive manufacturer in Chichester is offering a Parts Operations and Data Analysis Internship. This 12-month placement provides hands-on experience in supply chain improvements, data analysis, and reporting tasks. Candidates should be pursuing a bachelor's degree with excellent analytical and communication skills. The role offers a competitive salary of £27,000 and various employee benefits including 27 days of holiday and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Competitive salary

27 days holiday

Subsidised on-site restaurant

Access to employee benefits scheme

Qualifications

• Studying towards a bachelor's degree, aiming for a 2:1 or above.
• Able to think creatively and take initiative.
• Good at multitasking while maintaining structure.

Responsibilities

• Support daily practical business challenges and improvement projects.
• Analyze sales, transport, and logistics data for cost-saving opportunities.
• Create reports to monitor performance KPIs.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Self-motivation

Creativity

Attention to detail

Good communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Job description

Overview

A GOOD INTERN and a role that lets you learn by doing from day one. Rolls-Royce Motor Cars is part of the BMW Group, and its Goodwood manufacturing plant sits in the heart of the West Sussex countryside. 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.

Role

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, Goodwood – Parts Operations and Data Analysis Intern - 12 Month Placement (July 2026)

During this 13-month internship the successful candidate will be exposed not only to practical business challenges on a daily basis, but to longer term improvement projects which will benefit the whole Aftersales Business. The intern will be a vital asset to support the team from analysis, planning and implementation point of view, and will be able to network within Parts Operations, and with other Rolls-Royce departments.

What awaits you

• Supply chain / packaging improvements across multiple suppliers to improve material flow and reduce operational costs.
• Analyse sales, transport and logistics data to identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvements.
• Stock analysis, supporting the inventory function to improve overall stock accuracy and optimisation
• Material master data review to achieve better data quality.
• Daily and weekly reporting including the creation of new reports & presentations to monitor multiple performance KPIs.
• Supporting project activities on an on-demand basis.
• Process improvements for the teams of Parts Operations department.

Qualifications

• Studying towards a bachelor’s degree and on track to achieve a 2:1 or above.
• Analytical, logical and self-motivated individual.
• Able to think creatively and off own initiative.
• Multi-task whilst maintaining structure and attention to detail.
• Good communication skills with ability to assert oneself.
• Good knowledge of MS Office package.

Why choose us

• 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 are 40 hours a week, Monday to Friday, helping you develop a fulfilling work-life balance.
• Exciting Additional Benefits – You will have the opportunity to enjoy other employee benefits, including 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?

Apply early as we operate rolling recruitment—applications may close earlier if we receive sufficient interest. The process includes online testing, an assessment centre, and a virtual interview with the hiring manager.

Eligibility

• Returning to studies for at least 6 months after the placement.
• Proof of legal right to work in the UK.

Equal Opportunities

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: Saturday 30th November 2025

Further Questions?

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