Procurement Industrial Placement

Procurement Industrial Placement 2027

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Date posted

Monday, September 28, 2026

Country United Kingdom Location Woking Business  area

Procurement Department Indirect  Procurement Position level6 - Support (L-11)
Working time

Full Time Contract type Fixed Term Contract Duration
12 months

Working pattern9am - 6pm Monday to Friday What to Expect We'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 Bring You 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…