We believe in creating an environment where our placement student really can learn by doing during their time with us and where they are given their own areas of responsibilities from the start. That’s why our experts treat you as part of the team from day one, encourage you to bring your own ideas to the table – and give you the opportunity to really show what you can do.

Logistics Planning - Container Planning

We are looking for a student to join our Supply Chain Planning team for 13 Months starting July 2021. The successful student will support the supply chain planning team to achieve their aim to develop, optimise, design and realise the supply processes from the supplier to the fit point in the plant. This includes return of empties (considering logistics areas, handling, transport, system use and part-specifically material flow planning) and ensuring that the total supply chain is consistent, viable, cost effective and efficient.

What will you be doing?

• Analysis and evaluation of planning projects regarding impacts on areas, warehouses and material flow.
• Potential assessment (efficiency, area, feasibility) as well as selection of best solutions for the supply concept.
• Consideration of strategic topics while planning, creating and realising the supply concepts.
• Autonomous development, agreement and implementation of supply processes of part families geared to add value.
• Development of business cases and templates incl. representation in the respective decision making bodies in the project or in the line function.

• Studying towards a Logistics or Business degree and on track to achieve a 2:1 (Equivalent) or above.
• Fluent English (both spoken and written).
• Project Management Skills
• Experienced Microsoft Office user including Excel, Powerpoint and Word and ideally knowledge of SAP.
• A Driving License is preferred but not essential.
• Willingness to work flexibly.

Why choose us?

• Great Pay – A competitive annual salary of £18,500, 26 days holiday (pro rata to your contract) and a pension scheme as well as a subsided on-site restaurant.
• Rewarding Work-Life Balance – Contracted working hours are 37 hours a week, with a half-day on a Friday helping you develop a fulfilling work-life balance. 
• Exciting Additional Benefits - Throughout your placement you will be supported by our experts and many fellow students and have the opportunity to enjoy other employee benefits.

What do you need to do now?

If this sounds like the opportunity for you then apply today using the link below.

The next stages of the recruiting process, could include; online testing, video interview and then a face to face, or telephone or virtual interview with the hiring manager.  This may be in the form of an assessment centre.

Please note:

We operate rolling recruitment, this means we may close the application window earlier than identified, if sufficient applications are received, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

Please ensure that you complete all of the free text questions for your application to be progressed, and include a role relevant cover letter, explaining why we should consider you for this position.

To be eligible for this position, you must be returning to your studies, for a minimum of 6 months, after completion of this placement, and be able to provide proof of your legal right to work in the UK.

Closing date for applications:  Sunday 21st February 2021

Any further questions? Email us on hr.services.recruitment@bmwgroup.co.uk