Join GSK’s Supply Chain Degree Apprenticeship Programme – UK 2026: Help us get ahead of disease together
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.
As the Supply Chain and Logistics Apprentice you will gain essential skills and knowledge required to plan, manufacture, and deliver medicine to clinical trial patients, all whilst actively studying towards your BSc (Hons) Supply Chain Management qualification with Aston University. For more information see:
Course details: Supply Chain Management (Professional Practice) BSc Degree Apprenticeship | Aston University
Apprenticeship standards: Supply chain leadership professional (integrated degree) / Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education
We are looking for motivated individuals with a willingness and enthusiasm to learn, who are excited to join the Research & Development function to carry out a range of operational and logistical activities in a dynamic environment required to support the delivery of medicine to clinical trial patients. No prior experience is required as 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 from which plays a vital role in supporting the Clinical Supply Chain’s 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.’
~ 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: 4 years
Location: You will rotate between Harlow and Ware sites during this 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 and logistics operational 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 ensure a timely and smooth flow of medicines and materials, meeting customer demands and 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
Contribute to implementation 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: 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: April 2026
We want you to be motivated and passionate for the Apprenticeship you apply to – we will only accept ONE Apprenticeship 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 £21,900 per year, increasing to £27,400 after 1 year (subject to review annually, this 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 our cutting-edge wellbeing 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, health screenings and financial wellbeing support.
Access to Private Healthcare Insurance, including 24-hour access to an online GP.
Additional Support through salary sacrifice including: 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 to NxtGen which 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”.
Let’s do this!
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After submitting your application, you will be asked to complete our GSK Digital Assessment. The GSK Digital Assessment will give you the opportunity to demonstrate your skills through engaging exercises, while providing us with insights into your unique approach to work. This will help us better understand how your strengths, behaviors, and skills align with the role and the positive impact you could bring to our team.
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Please note we will update you regarding your application by the end of April 2026, if you have any questions please contact: [email protected]
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.
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