Junior Programme Planner (Fixed Term Contract - 6 months)

  • The Mercedes AMG-PETRONAS Formula One Team
  • Brackley, Northamptonshire
  • Aug 18, 2023
Contractor Information Technology Telecommunications SAP

Job Description

At the Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team, a group of passionate and determined people work to design, develop, manufacture and race the cars driven by seven-time World Champion Lewis Hamilton and race winner George Russell.

The Team has set a new benchmark for Formula One success during the sport's current Hybrid era, winning consecutive Drivers' and Constructors' World Championships in 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2020, and the Constructors' Championship in 2021.

The Role:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Junior Programme Planner role, reporting to the Planning Manager within the Operations group. This is an ideal position for an inquisitive individual to establish themselves within the operational area of a world leading motorsport team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for aiding our Programme Planners by way of data analysis, confirmation of component availability and project support, thereby enabling car build programmes to be delivered successfully.

Responsibilities:

  • Supporting the component demand planning for a portfolio of parts.

  • Communicating the component availability status to stakeholders.

  • Assisting with the delivery of engineering updates according to challenging deadlines.

  • Analysing data and making recommendations where appropriate.

Candidate Profile:

  • Computer literate, ideally witha knowledge of SAP or other ERP systems.

  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

  • A flexible, self-motivating approach.

  • Strong work ethic.

  • An individual who is capable of fitting into and working as part of a team.

  • Experience of working in a similar fast paced environment would also be advantageous.

  • Flexibility in hours is required, along with a 'can do', 'team playing' attitude and the ability to work under minimal supervision, to strict deadlines.

What do we offer:

At the heart of our performance are our people. Every member of our team has a voice and plays their part in contributing to our successes on and off the racetrack.

We take pride in creating an innovative, collaborative and high-performance culture where all of our team members are respected, empowered and valued.

Through our Accelerate 25 programme, we are continuously working to make our team even more diverse and inclusive. We welcome applications from all and are committed to attracting, recruiting and retaining the most talented individuals.

Our riverside campus is powered by 100% renewably sourced energy and features an on-site gym and exercise studio, subsidised restaurant and on-site parking with EV chargers available.

We offer a competitive and attractive package of benefits including a generous bonus scheme, Mercedes car lease scheme, private medical cover, life assurance and 25 days holiday. We pride ourselves on our family-friendly environment and employee well-being programme.