Major Equipment Procurement - Graduate Programme 2026 at MBTA

Stevenage, England, United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Internship, Entry Level & New GradExperience Level

Full TimeJob Type

NoVisa

Defense, AerospaceIndustries

Requirements

Degree qualified in any discipline to a minimum of 2:2
British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship
Able to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS)

Responsibilities

Pro-actively manage critical supplier subcontracts and obligations
Develop and maintain long term, open, collaborative and commercially robust business relationships with suppliers
Project manage supplier programmes to ensure on time, on cost, on quality delivery of bespoke high value / complexity sub-systems and services
Support the preparation, negotiation, implementation and performance of sub-contracts across the entire life cycle of missiles and missile systems
Ensure contracts are effectively managed to time, cost, and quality
Provide commercial guidance to internal customers
Manage risk and opportunity to safeguard the interests of MBDA
Undertake subcontract management (including drafting, amending, negotiating and managing terms and conditions) in accordance with applicable legislation and company processes
Build and nurture supplier and key stakeholder relationships
Lead the internal Multi-Functional Team responsible for the delivery of a sub-contract (consisting of Technical, Supply Chain, Quality Assurance, Project Management)
Hold the Supplier to account for their performance and resolve any issues / conflicts (hardware, services and documentation)
Provide commercial guidance to internal stakeholders
Generate and implement supplier strategies that deliver value for money
Manage risk and opportunity

Skills

Procurement

Supplier Management

Contract Negotiation

Sub-contract Management

Risk Management

Commercial Guidance

MBTA

Public transit services in Greater Boston

About MBTA

The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) offers public transit services in the Greater Boston area, including subways, buses, commuter rails, and ferries. It generates revenue through fare collection, providing various products like single-ride tickets, monthly passes, and the CharlieCard for convenient payment. The MBTA stands out by offering a comprehensive range of transit options and continually improving service quality and accessibility. Its goal is to enhance the customer experience while serving the transportation needs of the community.

Boston, MassachusettsHeadquarters

1964Year Founded

VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage

Automotive & Transportation, Government & Public SectorIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

Flexible spending accounts

Retirement plans

Risks

Accessibility concerns with Green Line 'supercars' may lead to public dissatisfaction.

'MBTA Go' app could face technical issues affecting user satisfaction.

North Station bridge project may encounter construction delays or budget overruns.

Differentiation

MBTA offers a comprehensive range of transit services in Greater Boston.

The agency provides specialized passes for flexible and convenient travel options.

MBTA's CharlieCard system simplifies fare payment for frequent commuters.

Upsides

Federal funding supports infrastructure projects like the North Station bridge replacement.

The 'Tap to Ride' system modernizes and streamlines fare collection processes.

NextGen Bus Navigation Pilot Program aims to improve bus route efficiency.

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