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Procurement and Supply Chain Degree Apprenticeship

Airbus Operations Limited · Aston University
Location
Bristol
Salary
£23,245 per year
Duration
4 years and 3 months
Hours per week
35h
Positions available
1
Level
Level 6 – Degree
Degree awarded
BSc Supply Chain Management with Procurement (Professional Practice)
Start date
1 September 2027
Application deadline
26 October 2026
Vacancy reference
JR10424271
Minimum grades
3 A Levels with minimum two Bs and one C; GCSE Grade C/4 or above in Mathematics and English Language
Disability Confident
✓ Yes

About the role

This 4 year, 3 month degree apprenticeship at Airbus Filton, Bristol site offers professional experience and a BSc in Supply Chain Management with Procurement (Professional Practice) from Aston University. The apprenticeship offers an end-to-end understanding of the supply chain through rotational placements in Commercial (Flying Parts) Procurement, General Procurement, and Supply Chain Operations, with potential opportunities for international work. You will study via block release and dedicated study time while gaining on-the-job training. Your role will be varied, developing your skills in all elements of supplier management, negotiation and contract management while working with a diverse range of stakeholders from across the business and Airbus suppliers. Work-based projects will underpin your learning and ensure practical application of university study.

Requirements

Curious and driven individuals with a desire to launch their career in Procurement and build an understanding of the wider Airbus business. No previous procurement/supply chain experience required. Must be comfortable communicating with a wide range of people and proactively collaborate within and beyond placement teams. Minimum of 3 A Levels (minimum two Bs and one C, or equivalent subject to validation) AND minimum GCSE Grade C/4 or above in Mathematics and English Language. A-levels in Business, Economics or Maths would be an advantage but not essential. Candidates must have current legal authorisation to work in the United Kingdom for the full duration of the programme and be eligible for levy funding. Subject to BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) check and may need to gain UK SC-level Security Clearance or Export Control depending on the role.

Working week

35 hours per week, half day Fridays

Skills

supplier managementnegotiationcontract managementcommunicationcollaborationproblem-solvingstakeholder management

Required qualifications

Essential
A Level · Any · Grade B
Essential
A Level · Any · Grade B
Essential
A Level · Any · Grade C
Essential
GCSE · Mathematics · Grade 4
Essential
GCSE · English Language · Grade 4
Desired
A Level · Business · Grade Any
Desired
A Level · Economics · Grade Any
Desired
A Level · Maths · Grade Any

Training & development

You will receive second to none training to gain the skills and experience needed for immediate impact. You will be supported by dedicated placement managers and an apprentice 'buddy' to help you along your development journey. Study via block release and dedicated study time while gaining on-the-job training. Opportunities to join a wide variety of employee networks including a dedicated Early Careers network, Generation Airbus, Pride@Airbus, Balance for Business, Breathe and embRACE to help develop both professional and personal skills. Support from like-minded apprentices, other Early Careers and members of senior management.
Future prospects
Gain practical skills in supplier management, negotiation and contract management. End-to-end understanding of the supply chain. BSc degree qualification in Supply Chain Management with Procurement (Professional Practice). Develop into a procurement professional ready for immediate impact in the supply chain industry.

Company benefits

35 hours per week with half day Fridays; 25 days holiday plus bank holidays; Pension; Success share; Flexible benefits; Flexible working arrangements where possible; Access to employee networks and early careers support.

Things to consider

If you are on predicted grades, your offer will be conditional to achieving the position's requirements before the apprenticeship start date. You will be subject to a BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) check. You may also need to gain UK SC-level Security Clearance or Export Control, depending on the role. Candidates must have current legal authorisation to work in the United Kingdom for the full duration of the programme. Successful candidates must be eligible for the levy funding. Airbus apprenticeship roles do not meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas & Immigration to enable sponsorship of migrant workers. Applications will be open until 26 October 2026. After this date, the advert will close once sufficient applications are received. Early submission is recommended.

About Airbus Operations Limited

Airbus UK design, manufacture and manage the supply chain for Wings, Landing Gear and Fuel Systems on all Airbus Commercial Aircraft. Wing manufacture is performed at the world class Broughton Production facility whilst design and supply chain management is based in Filton, Bristol. Components and parts are delivered from a global supply chain managed from the UK for onward delivery to Final Assembly Lines located in France, Germany, USA, Canada and China. Around 80% of Airbus' activity is sourced, working with more than 12,000 suppliers worldwide that provide products and services for flying and non-flying parts.
Website
www.airbus.com
Contact email
apprentices@airbus.com
If this one works out

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