GKN Aerospace Global Graduate Programme (Procurement and Supply Chain Management)
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What You\'ll Be Doing
Start your career shaping the future of aerospace — in a place where you’ll feel supported, inspired, and encouraged to grow. As a graduate, you’ll join an inclusive and international team, gain hands-on experience, and grow your career in an environment where your ideas are valued, your voice is heard, and your contributions make a real difference.
During your placements you will be working as part of a global team, giving you the opportunity to experience different cultures and work with a diverse range of people to solve a variety of problems and work to improve our business. Whether you envisage a career in Procurement, Supply Chain Management or Sourcing, choosing GKN Aerospace means you are joining an organisation with dynamic manufacturing locations that are supported by a global supply chain.
Throughout your graduate journey, we give you the opportunity to grow both your business and leadership capabilities. We provide support and mentoring as you work on real projects, solving real problems and delivering real change. We aim to match your capabilities and aspirations to our strategic and operational needs — ensuring a thriving business for us and a fulfilling career for you.
Programme Details
* Rotations in Operational Procurement, Strategic Sourcing and Supply Chain Management areas of the business
* Placements at our Manufacturing Sites (Luton and Isle of Wight) and with our Global Strategic team, including strategic sourcing, supplier management, negotiations and contracting
* Solving operational procurement challenges to enable our operations, building strong relationships with suppliers and improving processes and systems
* Improving planning and scheduling processes to ensure efficient execution, tackling logistical challenges and deploying technology and automation for the future
From day one, you’ll take part in a structured onboarding and development journey, supported by a mentor, buddy, and our Global Graduate Community.
Beyond your core role, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to community projects, STEM outreach, and our early careers strategy.
What You'll Bring
We’re looking for curious, motivated graduates who want to make an impact in aerospace. To join our programme, you’ll need:
* Enjoy tackling problems and implementing solutions as part of a team
* A degree in Supply Chain or any STEM discipline (2.1 or higher)
* An interest in the aerospace and defence industry
What We\'ll Offer
At the heart of everything we do are our five culture principles: Safe, Respect & Care, Open & Honest, Innovative, and Ownership. Safety comes first, but so does your growth, wellbeing, and future. Here’s what you can look forward to:
* A 24-month programme with a guaranteed permanent role when you finish
* Varied placements across different projects, programmes, and locations
* Opportunity to work on innovative technologies that shape the future of aerospace
* International exposure and collaboration
* A structured development journey to help you discover your strengths
* Ongoing support from a Home Manager, mentor, and buddy
* Starting salary of £31,000, plus a £1,500 joining bonus and a generous benefits package
* High visibility across the business with sites, locations, customers and senior stakeholders
* STEM ambassador opportunities
* A welcoming global graduate community
We\'ll support your career progression with learning, development and flexibility to thrive. As a global business, your career could take you further than you imagined.
Please note: This opportunity is part of GKN Aerospace Defence. Some programmes may have nationality restrictions. You will be asked to provide information to ensure compliance during the application process.
What to Expect in the Selection Process
* Apply online by completing the application form with pre-screening questions
* Online assessment if you meet initial criteria
* Virtual interview with a member of the team if successful at assessment
* Assessment Centre at the Global Technology Centre in Bristol (February) to showcase your skills
* Begin in September 2026 as part of the Graduate Programme
Further information on the Global Graduate Programme can be found in the FAQs on the careers website: FAQs - GKN Careers
Closing date: To be confirmed
We all make things fly
We’ll offer you fantastic challenges and amazing opportunities. This is your chance to be part of an organisation that is at the cutting edge of the industry, with some of the best training in the sector.
A Great Place to Work Needs a Great Way of Working
We are committed to diversity, inclusion and belonging and to living our principles. We welcome everyone to apply and will provide reasonable adjustments in the recruitment process if needed.
We are the place where human dreams, plus human endeavour, shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology.
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