PACE Associate-Jan 2027 Start

BMW Group; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Retirement account

Life insurance

Assistance program

Medical FSA

Company vehicle

Job summary

BMW Group Spartanburg invites you to join the PACE Associate program, starting January 2027, a full-time, rotation-based opportunity in a world‑leading automotive environment.

You will collaborate across engineering, supply chain, IT, and business teams, building data analytics, project management, and German language skills while contributing to innovation on the road.

Qualifications

• Overall GPA 3.0 or higher.
• Most recent degree completed within 12 months prior to program start.
• Minimum 3 months internship/co-op or equivalent in a related field.
• 3+ years of MS Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint, Access).
• 3+ years of communication skills (written, verbal, presentation).
• 1+ years of leadership and collaboration experience.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates cross-functionally within BMW Group.
• Develops communication, leadership and project management skills.
• Drives process and product improvements through innovation and problem-solving tools.
• Interprets BMW financial and procurement processes.
• Uses systems for statistical analysis and data visualizations.
• Completes technical and process skills training during rotations.
• Advances language skills through German courses.
• Works independently to carry out project responsibilities.
• Completes 3 rotations in different roles before graduating.
• Participates in all PACE trainings and meetings.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Data analytics

Project management

MS Office

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, IT, or related field

Master's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, IT, or related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

SharePoint

Job description

Technology and Production Spartanburg, SC 10.08.2026

PACE Associate-Jan 2027 Start

Full-time

United States

You can't know what's coming unless you invent it. World-leading technologies don’t make it onto a BMW until they’ve undergone one of the most challenging journeys you can imagine. It takes dynamic teams with outstanding technical skills to drive them from the drawing board to the road.

Description

• Collaborates and interacts cross-functionally within BMW Group.
• Utilizes and develops communication, leadership, and project management skills.
• Steers process and product improvements through innovations and problem- solving tools to drive the business forward.
• Understands and interprets BMW financial and procurement processes.
• Utilizes various systems to conduct statistical analysis and data visualizations.
• Accelerates professional and technical development in an automotive engineering environment.
• Completes technical & process skills training as required by each rotation department.
• Advances language skills through German courses.
• Works independently to carry out assigned project responsibilities.
• Performs all duties outlined in the Assignment Objectives for each rotation.
• Completes 3 rotations in different roles throughout the plant before graduating from the PACE program.
• Participates and accomplishes all PACE program trainings and assigned meetings.
• Understands and models VPS (Value Added Production System) Principles and concepts of Standard Work and Problem Solving.
• Adheres to 5S and Safety Standards and Principles.
• Performs other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business, Human Resources, Information Technology, or related fieldORMA/MS degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business, Human Resources, Information Technology, or related field.
• Overall cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Most recent degree must be completed within 12 months prior to program start date.
• Minimum 3 months of Intern/Co-op or equivalent experience in a discipline area related to degree and/or professional focus, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• 3+ years of MS Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint, Access).
• 3+ years of communication skills (written, verbal and presentation).
• 1+ years of leadership and collaboration skills.
• Basic understanding of business strategy and concepts.
• Basic skills in problem-solving and data analytics.
• Basic skills in process control and project management (preferred).

In addition to offering a stimulating work environment and a great place to live, BMW Associates have access to an exceptional range of benefits.

• Medical, Dental, Prescription and Vision coverage
• Paid time off
• 401(k) plan with company matching contribution
• Retirement Income Account
• Life insurance
• BMW Associates Assistance Program
• Medical Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Company vehicle program

BMW Manufacturing Company is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of BMW MC to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all qualified persons regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.