Procurement - Graduate Programme 2025 at MBTA

Stevenage, England, United Kingdom

MBTA Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Entry Level & New GradExperience Level
Full TimeJob Type
NoVisa
DefenseIndustries

Requirements

  • Degree qualified in Business and Management or any relevant discipline (minimum 2.2)
  • British Citizen or Dual UK national with British citizenship
  • Able to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS)

Responsibilities

  • Join either Industrial Procurement and Supply Chain (ISP) or Major Equipment Procurement (MEP) function
  • In ISP: Handle Direct and Indirect procurement, Supply Chain Management, sourcing essential product parts, test equipment, consulting services, or telecoms
  • In MEP: Manage commercial and business relationships with UK and overseas suppliers for subsystems, systems, studies, and customer support
  • Perform Risk Management
  • Develop supplier strategies that offer value for money
  • Build and nurture key customer or partner relationships
  • Manage subcontracts, including drafting and amending terms and conditions, negotiating, and managing terms for key relationships

Skills

Procurement
Supply Chain Management
Purchasing
Supplier Management
Direct Procurement
Indirect Procurement

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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