Procurement Data Science Degree Apprenticeship - Stevenage

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Procurement Data Science Degree Apprenticeship - Stevenage

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.

Stevenage is GSK’s UK R&D Hub, which is the heart of innovation, discovering and developing differentiated, high-quality and needed medicines that are bringing transformational benefit to patients.

Education required

• Grade 5 in GCSE Mathematics and Grade 4 in GCSE English Language (or equivalent).
• BBC at A-Level to include Maths (or equivalent). A-Levels in Citizenship Skills, General Studies, and Critical Thinking will not be accepted.

Language requirement

• Written and spoken fluency in English.

Location

• You will be based at Stevenage. 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.

Expected start date

• September 2025.

Duration

• 3.5 years.

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

• March 2025.

Who we’re looking for

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 Procurement Data Science Apprenticeship programme at GSK today!

We are looking for motivated individuals with a willingness and enthusiasm to learn, who are excited to join the Global Procurement function and use your developing skills to aid the organisation, by:

• Learning and using advanced data analysis methods to spot opportunities for better negotiations, improve quality and service levels, and identify missed savings opportunities.
• Mastering machine learning approaches to obtain additional insights from datasets.
• Learning how to provide statistical and technical support to leaders and decision makers when designing new projects, how to summarise and report results to different types of audiences.

Does this sound like you?

• Do you enjoy learning how Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning can be applied in the workplace?
• Do you enjoy tinkering with code and trying out new things?
• Are you curious to know more about how digital, AI, data and analytics can help to deliver efficiencies and improved ways of working from supplier interactions, to buying good & services, and beyond?

Ahead together with tailored training and career development

As the Data Science Apprentice, you will gain exposure to the many facets of the procurement process, all whilst actively studying towards your BSc (Hons) in Data Science with Nottingham University. For more information see:

• Course details: Data Scientist Degree Apprenticeship – The University of Nottingham.
• Apprenticeship standard: Data scientist (integrated degree) / Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education.

What will you do?

• Discover ways to boost the profitability of a leading biopharma company, leveraging your skills to analyse and interpret a wide range of ever-changing data sources.
• Be a champion for Procurement’s own Digital Transformation, advocating the use of new technologies, and encouraging Design Thinking principles with Procurement Professionals.
• Assist in managing large datasets, ensuring data integrity and accessibility.
• Experience development opportunities, including formal training, coaching and mentoring.
• Develop purchasing and negotiation strategies and demonstrate project leadership underpinned by sound data-driven decision-making.
• Negotiate at senior or executive management level with our supply base.
• Lead contract negotiations and review financial proposals.
• You will manage spend across multiple functions, including marketing, manufacturing and research.
• Gain in-depth and cross-sectional insights across the Global Procurement function.
• Identify and develop opportunities to implement data science principles into Procurement.

Working with highly skilled professionals, you could be involved in a variety of initiatives. You could bring a new respiratory product technology from our suppliers to our patients. Or perhaps create an ad campaign with our social-media partners to reach new consumers in emerging markets. With a stream of diverse and absorbing projects, Procurement is a fascinating area with tremendous scope for progress.

What do we offer you?

• A competitive starting base salary of £20,800 per year, which increases after year 1 to £26,400 (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 recognised qualification.
• A Buddy who will help you to prepare for joining GSK and will be there to offer support and guidance throughout your apprenticeship.
• A strong and diverse support network to help you develop, grow and achieve your goals.
• 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.

Let’s do this!

For hints, tips and guidance for getting onto a GSK apprenticeship click here: Apprenticeships | GSK.

Register on our GSK insight and engagement platform GSK Get Ahead – Connectr to learn more about working at GSK, our culture and the application processes.

Once you've submitted your online application form, you'll need to complete two online assessments prior to the assessment centre stage and as part of this, you'll be asked about your motivation for the role – we’d like to hear about why you applied to this role and your motivation for it in the context of pharmaceutical manufacturing. You will be asked a 2nd question on what strengths, skills or interests you have that will enable you to be successful in this role. Please be as targeted as you can!

Top tips

• Make sure you save this job description for reference throughout the process, it will really help you prepare for the different stages in your application.
• Don't forget to register on our GSK insight and engagement platform to learn more about working at GSK, our culture and our application processes.

Apply now

Please note we will update you regarding your application by the end of February 2025, if you have any questions please contact: UK.EarlyCareers@gsk.com.

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

We’re 100% open to all talent – whatever your gender, marital status, religion, age, colour, race, sexual orientation, nationality or disability. We want to recruit the right people for GSK from the widest possible backgrounds, so we can better serve the diversity of our patients. And because it’s the right thing to do.

Need help with your application?

Please email us at UK.EarlyCareers@gsk.com and let us know how we can help you.

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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.