Logistics and Supply Chain Management - 12 Month Placement 2025

Logistics and Supply Chain Management - 12 Month Placement 2025

Summary

In the 12-month Logistics & Supply Chain Management Placement, you'll gain invaluable skills and experience in covering all aspects of procurement, sourcing, logistics and supply chain management.

Sourcing / Supply Chain

At GE Aerospace, our Sourcing and Supply Chain teams are a critical part of inventing the future of flight. Dedicated to finding the supplies and tools for our manufacturing and business processes, these teams work with a variety of supplier partners researching the best rates and negotiating contracts to support every step in our supply chain process.

Roles and Responsibilities

In the 12-month Logistics & Supply Chain Management Placement, you'll gain invaluable skills and experience in covering all aspects of procurement, sourcing, logistics, supplier delivery and supply chain management. You could be liaising with suppliers, engaging in order management, assisting with tender proposals and reviews, customer negotiations, cost and inventory reduction activities or logistics support.

You may also liaise with operations management, shift leads, Facilities leads, and production schedulers to ensure that planned maintenance activities are incorporated into the production schedule. Provide guidance for intrusive planned Facilities work so that it coincides with equipment availability or provide lean support by working with the lean team to drive lean strategy & priorities.

You will be guided by structured goals and objectives and will have the responsibility to deliver on inspiring projects supported by your People Leader and team. Your People Leader will offer coaching and mentoring, and you will have the opportunity to connect with other placement students across the UK.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Currently studying or recently achieved a Business/Supply Chain Management/Mechanical Engineering/Project Management/Facility Management/Planning related bachelor’s or master’s degree
• Keen interest in Logistics and Supply Chain Management
• On course or achieved a 2:1 degree

Desired Characteristics

• Able to roll up your sleeves and get involved in projects
• Organised & able to work towards deadlines
• Inspired and curious to learn
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Able to take ownership for projects
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Able to work as part of a team

Total Reward

At GE Aerospace, we understand the importance of Total Reward. Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice, and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as the opportunity to make savings where possible.

As a new joiner to GE, we are pleased to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you can tailor to meet your individual needs:

• Performance-based annual bonus
• Non-contributory Pension
• Life Assurance
• Group income protection
• Private medical cover
• Holiday Hourly equivalent of 26 days, with flexible option to buy or sell

Recruitment Process

As part of our recruitment process, you will be required to submit an initial CV application. After this, you may be invited to a video interview. If successful, you may then be invited to the final stage, which would be to attend an assessment centre on site. Our recruitment team will be in touch with you at every stage to keep you updated.

If you require any adjustments to the process to enable you to be at your best, please email the team via UKEarly.Careers@ge.com.

Please only submit one application. If you submit multiple applications, we will progress the most suitable one. If in the future you are deemed to be suitable for other opportunities, we will automatically consider you for these too.

Please note our applications will close on Sunday 24th November but may close earlier depending on application volumes. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Security Clearance

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that if BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security.

Right to Work

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules, candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post.

About GE Aerospace

At GE Aerospace, we believe the world works better when it flies. We are a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. Our rich history of inventing the future of flight, continual investment in research and development, and our talented and innovative people enable us to rise to the challenge of building a world that works with industry-leading technology and innovation.

Working at GE Aerospace means you are bringing your unique perspective, innovative spirit, drive, curiosity, and ability to question the status quo to a collaborative and diverse team. Here, you will have the opportunity to work on meaningful projects that make a real impact.

How to apply

To apply for this role and to find out more, please click on the apply button below. Please note that applications may close before the application deadline, so apply early to avoid disappointment.