Procurement Industrial Placement 2027

McLaren Automotive Limited; Woking; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Enhanced pension

Discretionary bonus

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Wellbeing programme

Job summary

McLaren Automotive is offering a 12-month Procurement Intern position at the McLaren Technology Centre in Woking, Surrey. You will gain hands-on experience in sourcing, supplier management and cost optimisation, supporting the global, high-precision supply base while working with cross-functional teams.

You must be studying a relevant UK degree (Supply Chain, Business, Engineering or Economics). The role is on-site five days per week, with opportunities to develop core commercial skills and

Qualifications

• Must be studying a relevant UK degree in a related subject.
• Strong analytical and organisational skills.
• Interest in commercial operations, procurement and automotive industry.
• Ability to collaborate across teams and communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Assist in sourcing components and materials across vehicle programmes.
• Support evaluation of supplier proposals and RFQ responses.
• Analyse supplier performance metrics (cost, delivery, quality).
• Coordinate with Engineering, Finance and Quality to align procurement with build milestones.
• Prepare supplier communications, purchase orders and tracking documentation.
• Support cost-reduction initiatives through benchmarking and analysis.
• Exposure to contract management, logistics planning and supplier audits.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Analytical thinking

Organisation

Team collaboration

Communication

Data interpretation

Curious mindset

Attention to detail

AI proficiency

Education

Relevant UK degree (Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Economics)

Tools

AI tools

Job description

Procurement Industrial Placement 2027Ref #59545Date postedMonday, September 28, 2026CountryUnited KingdomLocationWokingBusiness areaProcurementDepartmentIndirect ProcurementPosition level6 - Support (L-11)Working timeFull TimeContract typeFixed Term ContractDuration12 monthsWorking pattern9am - 6pm Monday to FridayWhat to ExpectWe're recruiting for an intern to join our 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 internship, 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 position is on-site 5 days a week.What You'll DoAs a Procurement Intern, you’ll work within key areas of the Procurement and Supplier Quality (SQ) functions. You’ll support projects that drive value, efficiency, and reliability across McLaren’s global supply chain.**Key responsibilities may include:*** - 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.- You’ll also take part in intern development workshops and networking opportunities across the business.What You'll BringYou must be studying a relevant degree in a relevant subject such as Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or Economics at a UK university, as well as:* - 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:**We’re looking for individuals with a curious mindset, strong attention to detail, and the drive to contribute in a fast-paced commercial environment. The most desirable traits include: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. **AI Proficiency** – comfortable using AI tools ethically and effectively to support learning, productivity, innovation, and problem-solving.Passion for performance - inspired by McLaren’s vision and precision-driven culture.What We'll Do for YouWe 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\\*Qualifying criteria appliesWho Are We?No restraints. No limitations. We don’t simply push boundaries. We completely rethink them. McLaren Automotive exists to create breath-taking performance road cars.It takes a community to do what we do. A diverse group of people with many areas of expertise, united by their passion to deliver visionary products and set new benchmarks.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. Join us on our journey.