What to ExpectWe are recruiting for Industrial Placement Interns to join our high-performing 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 optimisationcontributing directly to the delivery of McLarenworld-class performance vehicles.This is a 12-month full-time Industrial Placement offering insight into how a premium automotive manufacturer manages a global, high-precision supply base. Youwork alongside experienced procurement professionals and cross-functional stakeholders, developing key commercial skills and industry awareness.Please note this is an on-site position.What You'll DoAs a Procurement Intern, youwork within key areas of the Procurement department. Yousupport projects that drive value, efficiency, and reliability across McLarenglobal 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.Youalso take part in intern development workshops and networking opportunities across the business.What You'll BringYou must be currently studying for a degree in a relevant subject, such as Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Economics, or another related discipline at a UK university.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:Welooking 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 McLarenbrand 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.Passion for performance inspired by McLarenvision and precision-driven culture.What We'll Do for YouWe offer a wide ranging benefits package, which includes:25daysholiday, plus bank holiday. Annual buy & sell up to five daysEnhanced company pension schemeDiscretionary annual bonus awardPrivate medical insurance and health cash planLife assurance benefitBenefits you can adapt to your lifestyle, such as discounted shoppingA range of wellbeing initiatives, such as employee assistance programme and free financial & mortgage adviceOpportunities to experience our fantastic carsQualifying criteria appliesWho Are We?No restraints. No limitations. We donsimply push boundaries. We completely rethink them. McLaren Automotive exists to create breath-taking performance road cars.It takes a community to do what we do. A diverse group of people with many areas of expertise, united by their passion to deliver visionary products and set new benchmarks.McLaren Automotive commits to equal opportunity for all. Diversity, Equality and Inclusion is at the heart of our impact, it drives our innovation and enables us to truly create something special. Join us on our journey.