Supply Chain and Logistics Degree Apprenticeship - Worthing

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Supply Chain and Logistics Degree Apprenticeship

Join GSK’s Supply Chain Apprenticeship Programme – UK, 2025: Help us get ahead of disease together and earn while you learn 

GSK Apprenticeships are a brilliant alternative to college courses or university. As one of the world’s leading biopharma companies, we offer an on-the-job learning experience that really stands out. You’ll earn a salary for performing a real role – with your practical experience backed by classroom sessions. 

Education required: 

• Must have/be predicted three A levels at CCC or above or equivalent. 
• GCSE Mathematics and English (grade A*-C / 9-4) or equivalent. 

Language requirement: Written and spoken fluency in English.  

Other requirements:  

• You must live within a 60-minute commute of the site location on the day you start your apprenticeship as you are expected to be on site daily. 
• Worthing is a penicillin manufacturing site. Please consider this if you are allergic to beta-lactam penicillin. 

Expected start date: September 2025 

Application deadline: We recommend you apply as soon as possible. We will close this vacancy when we have enough applications, so please apply as soon as you can so your application can be considered. 

Assessment centre date: Assessment centres for shortlisted candidates will be held between February and April 2025. 

We want you to feel truly motivated and passionate about the Apprenticeship you choose. Take the time to research thoroughly before applying, as you’ll need to show us why this role is the role for you. Wishing you the best of luck with your application!   

We are looking for motivated individuals with a willingness and enthusiasm to learn, who are excited to join GSK to carry out a range of operational and logistical activities in a dynamic environment.  No prior experience is required as you will be given full training. 

Are you looking to gain a head start in your career where you can help positively impact the health of billions of people? Apply for the Worthing based Apprenticeship programme at GSK today! 

Join Worthing’s growing early talent community, with a wider GSK apprenticeship social network and lots of opportunities for activities and engagement. 

Make a difference to people’s lives by playing your part in helping GSK to deliver life-saving respiratory devices and tablets to millions of patients across the world. 

Here are some of the motivations of our current apprentices. Does this sound like you?: 

“No two days are the same, and every day provides new challenges to overcome and learn from which plays a vital role in supporting the Supply Chains objectives; I like that I can put my theoretical learning into practice within a distribution centre. I enjoy the varied role from supporting the warehouse leadership team by capturing and optimising the data, reporting back on trends or patterns, picking and putting away goods in the warehouse and capturing inventory and capacity management data which is relayed to the senior leadership team to identify challenges and solutions. Safety is a huge priority, and I’m involved in planning and ensuring safety actions are being completed. The warehouse is a high-paced environment, and I like that there’s are always opportunities to take on further projects depending on your area of interest.” 

“I wanted to make a real difference in my day-to-day job and see the impact of the work that I was doing”. “I enjoy learning about how the various processes across the supply chain are linked to ultimately deliver patient value.” 

“I like being accountable in my role to deliver real improvements to our ways of working to drive the zero accidents, zero defects, zero waste culture”. 

Ahead together with tailored training and career development 

This is a 4-year practical, hands-on apprenticeship where you’ll be working towards a Level 6 Supply Chain Management qualification through the University of Nottingham. 

As the Supply Chain and Logistics Apprentice you will acquire comprehensive knowledge and practical skills in supply chain management, logistics, and business operations. You'll develop expertise in optimising supply chains, enhancing efficiency, and driving strategic decision-making, preparing them for successful careers in this field. 

What will you do? 

• Learn and apply best practices in demand planning, scheduling, stock management and logistics including warehousing. 
• Collaborate with other teams to ensure the smooth flow of pharmaceutical products from raw material to packed product ensuring we meet customer demands and regulatory requirements. 
• Plan and execute operational activities such as production scheduling, packaging, and labeling. 
• Utilise data to support decision making and to recommend improvements. 
• Participate in projects related to sustainability, cost & waste reduction and other improvement projects. 
• Supplier Management, managing supplier relationships, maintaining continuity of supply, ensuring compliance to agreements.  

What do we offer you? 

• A competitive starting base salary of £20,800 per year, which increases to £26,400 after 1 year (subject to annual review) plus an annual bonus based on company performance. 
• Relocation Allowance subject to eligibility checks. 
• Long-term incentives through shared ownership link your rewards to our longer-term performance. 
• On-the-job experience and training and development opportunities, delivered through a mixture of coaching, mentoring and formal training programs combined with early responsibility to help you to develop and progress. 
• Kickstart a rewarding career with a nationally recognized qualification. 
• A Buddy who will help you to prepare for joining GSK and will be there to offer support and guidance throughout your apprenticeship. 
• If you successfully complete your apprenticeship and demonstrate the qualities we are looking for, you may be offered further opportunities with GSK. 
• Employee recognition programs, which reward exceptional achievements. 
• Access to healthcare and well-being programs, savings programs, time off and childcare support. 
• Eligibility for NUS Extra card providing you with discounts to many high street and online outlets. 
• Join NxtGen – a socialising and networking group where you can connect with other apprentices internationally. 

About GSK

GSK is a global biopharma company with a special purpose – to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together – so we can positively impact the health of billions of people and deliver stronger, more sustainable shareholder returns – as an organisation where people can thrive. Getting ahead means preventing disease as well as treating it, and we aim to impact the health of 2.5 billion people around the world in the next 10 years. 

GSK Apprenticeships are a brilliant alternative to college courses or university. As one of the worldʼs leading biopharma companies, we offer an on-the-job learning experience that really stands out. Youʼll earn a salary for performing a real role – with your practical experience backed by classroom sessions 

We want GSK to be a place where people feel inspired, encouraged and challenged to be the best they can be. A place where they can be themselves – feeling welcome, valued and included. Where they can keep growing and look after their wellbeing. So, if you share our ambition, join us at this exciting moment in our journey to get Ahead Together

How to apply

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Please note that applications may close before the application deadline, so apply early to avoid disappointment.