Major Equipment Procurement - Summer Placement at MBTA

Stevenage, England, United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

InternshipExperience Level

InternshipJob Type

UnknownVisa

DefenceIndustries

Requirements

Currently studying for a degree, preferably in a Business and Management or Engineering discipline
Must have the right to work in the UK (unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visa)
Able to achieve required medical and national security clearance, including HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (minimum after offer stage)
Further restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply

Responsibilities

Subcontract Management (including drafting, amending, negotiating and managing terms and conditions) in accordance with applicable legislation and company processes – learning “on the job”
Building and nurturing supplier and key stakeholder relationships
Leading in the internal Multi-Functional Team responsible for the delivery of a sub-contract (consisting of Technical, Supply Chain, Quality Assurance, Project Management)
Holding the Supplier to account for their performance and resolving any issues / conflicts (hardware, services and documentation)
Providing commercial guidance to internal stakeholders
Generating and implementing supplier strategies that deliver value for money
Risk and opportunity management

Skills

Procurement

Supplier Management

Commercial Management

Partner Management

Contract Negotiation

Supply Chain Management

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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