Job Description
Supply Chain Graduate Apprenticeship
Location: Prestwick, Ayrshire
Hours: 37 hours per week (half day Friday)
Type: Fixed Term (4 years)
Travel Required: Occasional
Work Location: Site based (100%)
Security Checks: BPSS, Disclosure Scotland, pre‑employment medical (including drug and alcohol testing)
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK (no visa sponsorship available); appointments are subject to pre‑employment checks, and we welcome applications from all backgrounds.
How you will contribute to the team
- Support procurement activity, gaining exposure to supplier negotiations and cost reduction initiatives
- Monitor supplier performance using KPIs and purchasing tools to support operational delivery
- Assist in managing materials, including bill of materials updates, schedule changes and impact analysis
- Maintain communication with internal teams and suppliers to support delivery and supply chain performance
Requirements for the role
- 4 Highers at Grade B or above including Mathematics and English
- An understanding of supply chain, business or commercial principles
- Confidence using IT systems including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- An interest in procurement, materials management and manufacturing operations
What we will offer you
- 37‑hour working week (half day Friday)
- Defined contribution pension (4% employee / 8% employer)
- 33 days annual leave (rising with service)
- Annual bonus linked to company performance
- Life assurance (4× basic salary)
- Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Free onsite parking
What happens next
If you’re ready to start your career in Supply Chain and gain a recognised degree alongside practical experience, apply today.
How to Apply
- Your CV
- A 200‑word personal statement outlining why you’re interested in the role, what you will bring to the team, and what you hope to gain from the role and working for Prestwick Aerosystems
Right to Work in the UK
All applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Prestwick Aerosystems is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory Right to Work checks, carried out in accordance with UK Government requirements.
You will also be required to complete employment references, Disclosure Scotland and a pre‑employment medical.
Equality and Diversity
Prestwick Aerosystems is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.
As a part of Airbus, Prestwick Aerosystems is committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Prestwick Aerosystems or Airbus to do so should be reported to emsom@airbus.com .
Additional Information
At Prestwick Aerosystems, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.
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