R&D Supply Chain and Logistics Degree Apprenticeship, UK, 2026

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Join GSKs Supply Chain Degree ApprenticeshipProgramme UK 2026: Help us get ahead of disease together

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

As theSupply Chain and Logistics Apprenticeyou will gain essential skills and knowledgeto plan manufacture and deliver medicine to clinical trial patientsall whilst actively studying towards yourBSc (Hons) Supply Chain Managementqualification with Aston University. For more information see:

We are looking for motivated individuals with a willingness and enthusiasm to learn who are excited to join theResearch & Development function to carry out a range of operational and logistical activities in a dynamic environmentto support the delivery of medicine to clinical trial patients.No prior experience isas you will be given full training.

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 fromwhich playsa vital role in supporting the Clinical SupplyChainsobjectives;I like that I can put my theoretical learninginto practice within a distribution centre. Ienjoy the varied role fromsupportingthe warehouse leadership team by capturing and optimising the data reporting back on trends or patternspicking and putting away goodsin thewarehouseandcapturinginventory and capacity management data which is relayed to the senior leadership team toidentify challenges and solutions. Safety is a hugepriorityandIminvolved in planning and ensuring safety actions are being completed. The warehouse is a high-paced environment andI like thattheresare always opportunities to take on further projects depending on your area of interest.

R&D Supply Chain and Logistics Apprentice

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

Duration:4years

Location:You will rotate betweenHarlow and Ware sitesduringthis apprenticeship.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.

What will you do

  • Learn and apply the best practices in inventory management demand and supply planning andlogisticsoperational activities

  • Coordinate the end-to-end supply chain process from sourcing and procurement label creation packaging distribution and delivery of materials and medicines including warehousing

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensurea timelyand smooth flow of medicines and materials meeting customerdemandsand regulatory requirements

  • Plan and execute operational activities such as production scheduling packaging and labeling

  • Use data for analysis and reporting to support decision making and process optimization

  • Contributetoimplementation of continuous improvement initiatives to enhance supply chain efficiency

  • Participate in projects related to sustainability cost reduction and process improvement

Expected Start date:September 2026

Application deadline:Werecommendyou 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: April 2026

We want you to be motivated and passionatefortheApprenticeshipyou apply to we will only acceptONEApprenticeship application per candidate each year. Please do your research before applying and select the one Apprenticeship you wish to apply to good luck with your application!

What do we offer you

  • Starting salary of 21900 per year increasing to 27400 after 1 year(subject to review annuallythis may change in line with living wage) annual bonus based on company performance.

  • Relocation Allowance (eligibility will be confirmed once your first location is confirmed).

  • Employee recognition programs which reward exceptional achievements.

  • Access to ourcutting-edgewellbeing platform: personalise your experience help reduce stress increase focus build connections and resilience. You will also have access to a confidential helpline 24/7 mindfulness healthscreeningsand financial wellbeing support.

  • Access to Private Healthcare Insurance including 24-hour access to an online GP.

  • Additional Support through salary sacrificeincluding:identity protection long-term care insurance home auto and pet insurance.

  • Option to opt into our share save plan which gives you long-term incentives by linking your rewards to our longer-term performance.

  • Engage with Employee Resource Groups providing opportunities to network gain mentorship and grow personally and professionally.

  • Access toNxtGenwhich is a community of Early Careers programme participants offering development networking and social connections to help you make the best of your programme.

  • 2 volunteering days per year called Together Days.

Letsdo this!

For hints tips and guidance for getting onto a GSK apprenticeship register on our GSK candidate insight and engagement platformGSK Get Ahead Connectrto learn more about working at GSK ourcultureand the application processes.

Aftersubmittingyour application you will be asked to complete our GSK Digital Assessment. The GSK Digital Assessment will give you the opportunity todemonstrateyour skills through engaging exercises while providing us with insights into your unique approach to work. This will help us better understand how your strengthsbehaviors and skills align with the role and the positive impact you could bring to our team.

Top tip #1: Make sure you save this job description for reference throughout theprocessit will really help you prepare for thedifferent stagesin your application.

Top tip #2:Dontforget to register on our GSK candidate insight and engagement platform learn more about working at GSK ourcultureand our application processes.

Please note we will update youregardingyour application by the end of April 2026 if you have any questions please contact:

Were100% open to all talent whatever your gender marital status religion agecolour race sexual orientationnationalityor 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 becauseitsthe right thing to do.

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Why GSK
Uniting science technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.

GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade as a successful growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases to impact health at scale.

People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make so were committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how together we deliver for patients shareholders and our people.

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