Graduate Supply Chain Planning Analyst
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Job Summary
Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.
GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry were inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. Were proud to play a part in protecting the worlds democracies. And were committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do opening up and protecting our planet.With over 16000 employees across 32 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the worlds aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of 3.6bn in 2025. There are no limits to where you can take your career.
At our GKN Filton site we specialise in the design and manufacture of large complex structural wing assemblies detailed metallic components and wing systems for a combination of both civil and military aircraft.
Were seeking a Graduate Supply Chain Planning Analyst to join us on a permanent basis.
This role is based at our Filton site in Bristol with the expectation to be on site full time. We offer a flexible but structured approach to hours over 4.5 days per week as we have an early finish on a Friday.
The role exists to support the site planning function through the production of accurate KPI reporting data analysis and insight generation. To develop your knowledge analytical capability and system understanding while contributing to continuous improvement.
Youll be part of a large organisational structure supporting various areas of the business in planning and decision making. You will:
- Produce and maintain planning KPIs and performance reports.
- Collect validate and analyse planning data.
- Support the SIOP process.
- Develop and automate reporting tools and dashboards.
- Monitor performance trends identifying risks and opportunities.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Support data governance and master data quality.
- Contribute to scenario analysis and ad-hoc reporting.
- Drive continuous improvement in reporting and analytics to enhance visibility and insight.
- Build knowledge of planning processes ERP systems and analytics tools to support future development.
Essential
- Degree in Supply Chain Engineering Business Data Analytics or related field. Grade 2.1 or above.
- Strong numerical and analytical capability.
- Good knowledge of Excel (pivot tables formulas basic analytics).
- Interest in manufacturing planning and supply chain processes.
- Ability to work with data and present insights clearly.
Desirable
- Exposure to ERP systems (SAP Infor LN or similar).
- Basic knowledge of data visualisation tools (e.g. Power BI Tableau).
- Understanding of KPIs such as OTIF inventory capacity utilisation.
- Basic understanding of planning processes (SIOP MPS scheduling).
- Experience working with datasets or reporting tools.
- Awareness of continuous improvement principles.
Once youre on board youll get the following perks and benefits:
- A structured development programme.
- Competitive salary aligned to market rate.
- Industry Leading Pension Scheme well 1.5x your contribution (max 12%).
- Life Assurance 8 x salary.
- 25 days holiday bank holidays.
- Flexible working hours including the ability to finish at 12noon on a Friday.
- Income protection.
- Shopping discounts.
- Cycle To Work Scheme.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Virtual GP Clinic for you and immediate family.
- A collaborative dynamic working environment.
Well offer you fantastic challenges and amazing opportunities. This is your chance to be part of an organisation that has proven itself to be at the cutting edge of our industry; and is committed to pushing the boundaries even further. And with some of the best training on offer in the industry who knows how far you can go
Well offer you fantastic challenges and amazing opportunities. This is your chance to be part of an organisation that has proven itself to be at the cutting edge of our industry; and is committed to pushing the boundaries even further. And with some of the best training on offer in the industry who knows how far you can go
A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working
Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN. We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles weve created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. Its a culture that won us The Best Workplace Culture Award. By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work.
Were also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process so if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process please get in touch and let us know.
We arethe place where human dreams plus humanendeavour shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology.
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About Company
GKN Aerospace is a global engineering group that make essential components for industries that touch lives across the globe
