Physical Logistics Oxford 30.09.2024

MINI Plant Oxford - Physical Logistics - 13 Month Placement (2025)

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KNOWING WHAT, WHERE, HOW, WHEN AND WHY REQUIRES REAL TALENT. NOT JUST CURIOSITY.

 

SHARE YOUR PASSION

 

Intelligent ideas come off the production line non-stop when you have intelligent logistics concepts in place. Long before our premium vehicles reach the road, the delivery of materials from all over the world needs to be set into motion. With expertise and experience, with vision and commitment, with creative solutions and pleasure in effective collaboration. Share you enthusiasm for putting ideas into practice.

 

Plant Oxford is the birthplace and heart of MINI production. Manufactured to individual customer specifications, hundreds of MINIs leave the plant’s assembly lines each day, off to meet new owners in more than 110 countries around the world. Three UK plants have a part to play in MINI production – Plant Hams Hall makes engines, Plant Swindon produces body pressings and sub-assemblies for MINI, and all this comes together at Plant Oxford with body shell production, paint and final assembly.

 

MINI Plant Oxford – Physical Logistics – 13 Month Placement (2025)

 

The Physical Logistics team are looking for 4 new Interns to join their team. They are responsible for all product movement and storage processes on site. Working with our Logistics Service Partners, we ensure stock is transported safely and stored in the provided locations before being supplied onwards. The team use several IT systems to control parts, providing transparency on each movement, condition and location. It’s the teams’ responsibility to develop, control and continuously improve processes.

 

What awaits you?

  • Gain in-depth understanding of logistics in an automotive environment.
  • Lead and take part of multiple small & large scale projects with other logistics functions, our service provider, & colleagues from other BMW Group Plants.
  • Supplier communication & develop negotiation skills.
  • Develop & improve internal processes.
  • Monitor and report internal KPI’s.
  • Liaise between IT and Logistics to improve logistical processes via new systems and analytical software.
  • Optimise warehouse operations and logistical processes using data. 
  • Analysing raw data using various software packages.
  • Working with a diverse team to problem-solve operational topics to ensure continuous production.

 

Qualifications and Experience

  • Studying towards a Supply Chain, Business or Engineering degree (projected 2:2 or above).
  • Proficient user of Microsoft Office Tools.
  • A keen interest in working in the automotive industry & logistics.
  • Coding experience would be useful, but is not mandatory.
  • Good interpersonal and strong communication skills.
  • Ability to approach problems in an analytical innovative manner.
  • Capable of prioritising & organising tasks independently.
  • Able to work within a dynamic & high performing team.

 

Why choose us?

·    Great Pay – A competitive annual salary of £23.650, 26 days holiday per annum (pro rata to your contract) and an attractive pension scheme.

·    Rewarding Work-Life Balance – Contracted working hours are 37 hours a week, with a half day on a Friday, helping you develop a fulfilling work-life balance.

·    Exciting Additional Benefits – You will have the opportunity to enjoy other employee benefits, including an on-site gym, a subsidised on-site restaurant and access to our Advantages scheme which gives you a range of offers and discounts.

What do you need to do now?

If you apply, the next stages of the recruiting process could include: online testing, video interview and then a face to face, telephone or virtual interview with the hiring manager. This may be in the form of an assessment centre.

Please note:

We operate rolling recruitment, this means we may close the application window earlier than identified, if sufficient applications are received, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

Once you make your application you will be automatically sent cognitive tests (via Eligo) for completion before we have had the opportunity to determine your eligibility for the role. Please be aware that if you complete the tests and you are not eligible your application will not be processed any further. If you need support in undertaking the tests please email us at FutureTalentRecruitment@bmwgroup.com.

To be eligible for this position, you must be returning to your studies, for a minimum of 6 months, after completion of this placement. You must be able to provide proof of your legal right to work in the UK.  

We are committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of disability, age, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, gender, sex or sexual orientation.

Closing date for applications:   Saturday 30th November 2024

Any further questions? Email us on FutureTalentRecruitment@bmwgroup.com

 

 

 

 

 

MINI Plant Oxford - Physical Logistics - 13 Month Placement (2025)
20240930
Automotive
Oxford
United Kingdom
Legal Entity:
BMW (UK) Manufacturing Ltd.
BMW Group
Location:
Oxford
Job Field:
Physical Logistics
Job Id:
141260
Publication Date:
30.09.2024
Internship
FullTime
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