Physical Logistics Digitalisation - Placement

Physical Logistics Digitalisation - Placement Year

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BMW Group invites passionate logistics professionals to become part of its Physical Logistics team at Plant Oxford. In this 13-month placement, you will work on the movement, storage and continuous improvement of parts across the automotive supply chain.

• Gain an in‑depth understanding of logistics in an automotive environment.
• Lead and participate in multiple projects with other logistics functions, service providers and colleagues from other BMW Group plants.
• Communicate with suppliers and develop negotiation skills.
• Improve internal processes and monitor/report key performance indicators.
• Liaise between IT and logistics to enhance processes via new systems and analytical software.
• Optimise warehouse operations and logistical processes using data.
• Analyse raw data with various software packages.
• Collaborate with a diverse team to solve operational challenges and ensure continuous production.

• Studying towards a Supply Chain, Business or Engineering degree (projected 2:2 or above).
• Proficient user of Microsoft Office tools.
• Strong interest in the automotive industry and logistics.
• Programming experience is a plus but not mandatory.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Analytical, innovative problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to prioritise and organise tasks independently.
• Capability to thrive within a dynamic, high‑performing team.

• Competitive annual salary of £25,250, 26 days holiday per annum (pro‑rata to your contract) and an attractive pension scheme.
• Work‑life balance: 37 hours a week with a half day on Friday.
• Additional benefits: on‑site gym, subsidised restaurant, and a range of offers and discounts through the BMW Advantages scheme.

Next stages include online testing, an in‑person assessment centre, and a virtual interview with the hiring manager.

To qualify, you must be returning to studies for a minimum of six months after completing the placement and demonstrate your legal right to work in the UK.

We are committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of disability, age, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, gender, sex, or sexual orientation. At BMW Group, our recruiting decisions are based on the personality, experience, and skills of the applicants.

Friday 2nd January 2026

Legal Entity: BMW (UK) Manufacturing Ltd.

Location:

Oxford, United Kingdom

Job

Employment type:

Full‑time

Seniority level:
Internship

Job function:
Management and Manufacturing

Industry: Motor Vehicle Manufacturing