Overview
Procurement - Undergraduate Placement 2026 at MBDA. Join to apply for the Procurement - Undergraduate Placement 2026 role at MBDA.
Salary: £23,495
Location: Stevenage, Bolton or Bristol
Dynamic (Hybrid) Working: 1-3 days per week on-site due to workload classification
Security clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. After offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.
Closing date: Midnight on 5 January 2026 (subject to application volumes)
What We Can Offer You
* 1 year placement: starting September 2026, allows you to apply university learning to real-world projects and technologies
* Company bonus: based on company performance and will vary year to year
* Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
* Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime
* Annual Leave: 25 days plus option to purchase extra holiday
* Flexi Leave: up to 15 additional days
* Facilities: site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and more
The Opportunity
Purchasing opportunities at MBDA span two procurement departments: Industrial Procurement and Supply Chain (ISP) and Major Equipment Procurement (MEP). These teams partner with over 3000 UK and international suppliers to support world-leading defence capabilities.
You’ll join either the ISP or MEP function on this programme, gaining real insight into procurement. We’ll work with you during the recruitment process to align your skills and aspirations to the most suitable area.
ISP focuses on Direct and Indirect procurement and Supply Chain Management, bringing in essential product parts and testing equipment, as well as consulting services or telecoms that enable the business to operate.
MEP manages commercial relationships with UK and overseas companies, providing subsystems, systems, studies and customer support. You’ll explore risk management, supplier strategies, value for money, and the drafting and negotiation of terms and conditions for key relationships MBDA has.
What We're Looking For From You
Currently studying for a degree in a Business and Management or related discipline
Company Information
Our company motto: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given. MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, including Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more. We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X (@MBDA_UK), Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor, or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
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