Graduate Apprenticeship – Supply Chain Management (BA Hons Business Management)

Graduate Apprenticeship at Prestwick Aerosystems combining a fully funded Business Management degree with hands-on experience in supply chain, procurement, and aerospace manufacturing.

About Prestwick Aerosystems 

Prestwick Aerosystems is one of Ayrshire's largest engineering employers and forms part of the Airbus Atlantic network. From our Prestwick site, we manufacture aircraft wing structures used on Airbus commercial aircraft programmes worldwide.  

About the Graduate Apprenticeship Programme 

This Graduate Apprenticeship combines paid employment with a fully funded BA (Hons) Business Management degree, giving you the opportunity to build practical business experience while studying towards a nationally recognised qualification. 

You'll gain hands-on experience within our Supply Chain team while developing the knowledge, skills and professional behaviours needed for a successful career in procurement, materials management and business operations. 

The programme is designed to help you apply academic learning directly within a fast-paced aerospace manufacturing environment.  

Your Degree Programme 

BA (Hons) Business Management - University of Strathclyde 

The programme includes: 

• Fully funded four-year Graduate Apprenticeship 

• One day per month on-campus learning 

• Blended online and classroom delivery 

• CMI Level 5 Diploma in Management and Leadership 

• Opportunity to progress towards Chartered Manager status 

• Work-based learning integrated throughout the programme 

Study Commitment 

As part of the programme you will be expected to: 

• Attend university sessions as required 

• Complete academic assignments and projects 

• Apply classroom learning within the workplace 

• Undertake work-based business improvement projects 

• 4 hours dedicated study time during working hours each week 

About the Role 

As a Graduate Apprentice within Supply Chain, you will gain experience across procurement, supplier management, material planning and operational support. 

You will: 

• Support procurement activities and supplier engagement 

• Assist with supplier performance monitoring and reporting 

• Support material planning and inventory management activities 

• Help maintain purchasing and supply chain data 

• Work with internal stakeholders to support operational delivery 

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the Supply Chain function 

Essential Entry Requirements 

Applicants will normally be expected to meet university entry requirements, which typically include: 

• Four Scottish Highers at Grade B or above, including Mathematics and English 

• Or equivalent qualifications accepted by the University of Strathclyde 

• Ability to meet University admission requirements 

• Interest in business, supply chain, procurement or commercial operations 

Desirable Skills 

• Strong organisational skills 

• Effective communication skills 

• Ability to analyse information and solve problems 

• Confidence using Microsoft Office applications 

• Ability to work collaboratively within a team 

What You'll Gain 

• Fully funded degree qualification 

• CMI Level 5 Diploma in Management and Leadership 

• Industry mentoring and support 

• Real-world Supply Chain experience 

• Professional development opportunities 

• Career opportunities following successful completion, subject to business requirements 

What We'll Offer You 

• 37-hour week (half-day Friday) 

• Defined contribution pension (4% employee / 8% employer) 

• 33 days annual leave (rising with service) 

• Annual bonus linked to company performance 

• Opportunity to participate in the Airbus employee share purchase scheme 

• Life assurance (4x basic salary) 

• Virtual GP service and wellbeing support 

• Professional development and training opportunities 

• Free onsite parking 

A 200-word personal statement outlining:  

• Why you're interested in the role 

• What you would bring to the team 

• What you hope to gain from the programme 

Right to Work 

Applicants must be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK. Prestwick Aerosystems is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.  

You will also be required to complete employment references, Disclosure Scotland and a pre-employment medical. 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.