Procurement Industrial Placement 2026

McLaren Automotive Ltd; Woking; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days' holiday plus bank holidays

Enhanced company pension scheme

Discretionary annual bonus

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Discounted shopping

Wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

A leading automotive manufacturer in Woking is seeking a Procurement Intern for a 12-month full-time industrial placement. You'll gain practical experience in sourcing, supplier management, and cost optimisation within a high-performing team. This on-site position offers insights into the procurement processes of a premium automotive brand, ideal for those studying relevant degrees and passionate about the automotive industry.

Qualifications

• Currently studying for a degree in a relevant subject at a UK university.
• Strong interest in commercial operations, procurement, and the automotive industry.
• Confidence working with data and an eagerness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assist in sourcing components and materials for various vehicle programmes.
• Support evaluation of supplier proposals and RFQ responses.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align procurement with milestones.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Economics or related discipline

Job description

We are recruiting for Industrial Placement Interns to join our high-performing Procurement team at the McLaren Technology Centre in Woking, Surrey. As a Procurement Intern, you will gain practical, hands-on experience in sourcing, supplier management, and cost optimisation—contributing directly to the delivery of McLaren’s world-class performance vehicles.

This is a 12-month full-time Industrial Placement offering insight into how a premium automotive manufacturer manages a global, high-precision supply base. You’ll work alongside experienced procurement professionals and cross-functional stakeholders, developing key commercial skills and industry awareness.

Please note this is an on-site position.

What You'll Do

As a Procurement Intern, you’ll work within key areas of the Procurement department. You’ll support projects that drive value, efficiency, and reliability across McLaren’s global supply chain.

• Assisting in the sourcing of components and materials across different vehicle programmes.
• Supporting the evaluation of supplier proposals and RFQ responses.
• Analysing supplier performance metrics including cost, delivery, and quality.
• Working closely with Engineering, Finance, and Quality teams to align procurement with build milestones.
• Helping to prepare supplier communications, purchase orders, and tracking documentation.
• Supporting cost-reduction initiatives through benchmarking and analysis.
• Gaining exposure to contract management, logistics planning, and supplier audits.

What You'll Bring

• You must be currently studying for a degree in a relevant subject, such as Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Economics, or another related discipline at a UK university.
• A strong interest in commercial operations, procurement, and the automotive industry.
• Solid analytical and organisational skills.
• Confidence working with data and an eagerness to learn.
• Clear communication and the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.

You must also bring a passion for cars, and a desire to work at the cutting edge of the automotive industry within our Procurement business area.

Personal Attributes:

• Commercial awareness – interest in how supplier partnerships impact product quality, cost, and delivery.
• Analytical thinking – comfortable interpreting cost data and supplier KPIs.
• Organisation – able to manage multiple priorities and maintain accurate records.
• Team collaboration – works well with colleagues across procurement, engineering, and finance.
• Adaptability – can work across different commodities, tasks, and systems.
• Problem-solving – curious and proactive in identifying better ways of working.
• Professionalism – represents McLaren’s brand and values when engaging with suppliers.
• Attention to detail – accurate in documentation, reporting, and order management.
• Communication – clear and concise in emails, meetings, and project updates.
• Passion for performance – inspired by McLaren’s vision and precision-driven culture.

What We'll Do for You

We offer a wide-ranging benefits package, which includes:

• 25 days’ holiday, plus bank holiday. Annual buy & sell up to five days
• Enhanced company pension scheme
• Discretionary annual bonus award
• Private medical insurance and health cash plan
• Life assurance benefit
• Benefits you can adapt to your lifestyle, such as discounted shopping
• A range of wellbeing initiatives, such as employee assistance programme and free financial & mortgage advice
• Opportunities to experience our fantastic cars

McLaren Automotive commits to equal opportunity for all. Diversity, Equality and Inclusion is at the heart of our impact, it drives our innovation and enables us to truly create something special.