Supply Chain (Business Degree) Apprenticeship

Prestwick Aerosystems; Broughton; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Half day Fridays

25 days holiday

Pension

Success share

Flexible benefits

Job summary

Airbus Operations Limited in the United Kingdom is offering a three-year degree apprenticeship in Planning, Supply Chain & Logistics. You will work across Beluga operations, programme planning, procurement, and more while pursuing a full BSc (Hons) in Applied Business Management through Swansea University, with day-release study at Coleg Cambria Northop.

Salary is paid and fees are covered. You’ll gain hands-on experience across multiple teams, including project management, supplier management,

Qualifications

• 3 A Levels at grade B or above with one in Business Studies or Economics and two other subjects (eg English, Maths, Welsh Baccalaureate)
• GCSE 4/C in Maths and English Language or equivalent
• BTEC Extended Diploma (18 Units) in Business or equivalent qualifications

Responsibilities

• Beluga operation scheduling
• Drive sustainability throughout the supply chain
• Plan build sequence to ensure on-time delivery
• Support projects to implement changes and improvements
• Interact with global suppliers to secure on-time deliveries of key components
• Collaborate with on-site teams to ensure parts availability
• Oversee on-site service providers to maintain service levels
• Assist in implementing digital solutions across the business
• Opportunity to rotate into HR, recruitment, finance, or engineering placements

Education

A Levels (Business Studies or Economics)

GCSEs in Maths and English

BTEC Extended Diploma in Business

Job description

Job Description: Start date: September 2027 Location: Broughton, North Wales Duration: 3 years University: BSc (Hons) Applied Business Management Degree: Swansea University Application closing date: Applications will be open until 4 January 2027. After this date, the advert will close once sufficient applications are received. Early submission is recommended. We love your interest in joining Airbus! There is no limit on the number of positions you can apply for. However, please be aware that you can only progress in the selection process for one position at a time. We recommend reviewing all available opportunities and applying to those that best match your experience and aspirations.

Benefits

Salary: £23,245 35 hours per week // Half day Fridays! // 25 days holiday plus bank holidays // Pension // Success share // Plus many more flexible benefits!

About us

Our Planning Supply Chain & Logistics Business Degree Apprentices get the unique opportunity to work across all business functions and a variety of teams, giving you the "university experience" with 3 whole years of invaluable industry experience. This degree apprenticeship will enable you to gain broad exposure to our daily operations and management of aircraft production. You'll gain both academic knowledge and on-the-job training at our site in Broughton (North Wales) near Chester, whilst earning a full-time salary and paying ZERO fees to do so. You will work within the following teams: Beluga operations; Programme planning; Procurement; Supplier and order book management; Supply chain quality management; Contract management; Project management; Airbus Operating System (our Lean Production team); Health & safety. This exciting three year apprenticeship offers you a full degree without fee in Applied Business Management BSc (Hons) which is delivered by Swansea University with our training partners at Coleg Cambria Northop (North Wales), with day release study to complement your placement activities. You will also work towards ILM Level 4 Diploma in Principles of Leadership and Management and ILM Level 4 Diploma in Management. You will also have the opportunity to achieve a widely recognised PRINCE2 project management qualification. We are also believers in experiential learning too, and there are many events that take place that offer exciting opportunities to grow and develop whilst also having fun!

Teams

• Beluga operations
• Programme planning
• Procurement
• Supplier and order book management
• Supply chain quality management
• Contract management
• Project management
• Airbus Operating System (our Lean Production team)
• Health & safety

What you will be doing

• Beluga operation scheduling
• Driving sustainability throughout the supply chain
• Planning build sequence to ensure on time delivery
• Managing and supporting projects across the business to implement changes & improvements
• Interacting with a global supply base to secure on time deliveries of key aircraft components
• Working closely with operational teams, protecting production by confirming the availability of parts at the point of use
• Manage the performance of on site service providers, ensuring that the expected level of service is maintained
• Work to implement digital solutions across the business
• Opportunity to pick your own placements that are not within your immediate area of study, such as HR, recruitment, finance, engineering and much more

Requirements

In order to be eligible to this apprenticeship, you must have a minimum of: 3 A Levels at grade B or above with one being in Business Studies or Economics and a further two subjects such as English Language, Maths or Welsh Baccalaureate Or Business BTEC Extended Diploma (18 Units) DDM Or Equivalent qualifications (ie HND in Marketing, or a business related BTEC, eg Entrepreneurship) subject to validation And Minimum GCSE 4/C in Maths or Numeracy and English Language or equivalent

Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate the following: Submit your CV stating your grades and if they are predicted or achieved; Submit a Cover Letter highlighting your passion and suitability for this apprenticeship.

Boost your application

We want to get to know you—not just your grades or school background so, tell us on your cover letter: Why Airbus and this apprenticeship? What is it about Airbus that makes you excited to start a career with us? What is it about our company, our values, or the future of aerospace that excites you? We want to hear about what motivates you to pursue this unique path and how you see yourself growing with us. What skills and experience do you bring? Think about projects, hobbies, or academic subjects that have given you practical experience. This could include personal projects, academic work and extracurricular activities.

Important Information

GRADES: If you are on predicted grades, your offer will be conditional to achieving the position’s requirements before the apprenticeship start date.

Security clearance

You will be subject to a BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) check. You may also need to gain UK SC-level Security Clearance or Export Control, depending on the role.

Right to work in the UK

Candidates must have current legal authorisation to work in the United Kingdom for the full duration of the programme. For more information, please check the Government Website. Our apprenticeship roles do not meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas & Immigration to enable sponsorship of migrant workers.

Contact

Please let us know if you need us to make any adjustments to allow you to access and participate fully in the recruitment process. If you wish to discuss this further please contact via email [e-mail]. Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Company information

Company: Airbus Operations Limited Employment Type: Apprenticeship ------- Experience Level: Student Job Family: By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus. Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief. Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to [e-mail]. At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking. Airbus pioneers sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world. The Company constantly innovates to provide efficient and technologically-advanced solutions in aerospace, defence, and connected services. In commercial aircraft, Airbus offers modern and fuel-efficient airliners and associated services. Airbus is also a European leader in defence and security and one of the world's leading space businesses. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions and services worldwide.

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