Join GSK’s 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 world’s leading biopharma companies, we offer an on-the-job learning experience that really stands out.You’llearn a salary for performing a real role – with your practical experience backed by classroom sessions.
1. Course details:
2. Apprenticeship standards:
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 environmentrequiredto support the delivery of medicine to clinical trial patients. No prior experience isrequiredas 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 SupplyChain’sobjectives;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 patterns,picking and putting away goodsin thewarehouseandcapturinginventory and capacity management data which is relayed to the senior leadership team toidentify challenges and solutions. Safety is a hugepriorityandI’minvolved in planning and ensuring safety actions are being completed. The warehouse is a high-paced environment, andI like thatthere’sare always opportunities to take on further projects depending on your area of interest.’
~ R&D Supply Chain and Logistics Apprentice
Education required:
3. Must have/be predicted three A levels at CCC or above or equivalent
4. 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?
5. Learn and apply the best practices in inventory management, demand and supply planning andlogisticsoperational activities
6. Coordinate the end-to-end supply chain process from sourcing and procurement, label creation, packaging, distribution and delivery of materials and medicines, including warehousing
7. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensurea timelyand smooth flow of medicines and materials, meeting customerdemandsand regulatory requirements
8. Plan and execute operational activities such as production scheduling, packaging, and labeling
9. Use data for analysis and reporting to support decision making and process optimization
10. Contributetoimplementation of continuous improvement initiatives to enhance supply chain efficiency
11. 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
What do we offer you?
12. Starting salary of £21,900 per year, increasing to £27,400 after 1 yearally,) + annual bonus based on company performance.
13. Relocation Allowance (eligibility will be confirmed once your first location is confirmed).
14. Employee recognition programs, which reward exceptional achievements.
15. 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.
16. Access to Private Healthcare Insurance, including 24-hour access to an online GP.
17. Additional Support through salary sacrificeincluding:identity protection, long-term care insurance, home, auto, and pet insurance.
18. Option to opt into our share save plan which gives you long-term incentives by linking your rewards to our longer-term performance.
19. Engage with Employee Resource Groups, providing opportunities to network, gain mentorship, and grow personally and professionally.
20. 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.
21. 2 volunteering days per year, called “Together Days”.
Let’sdo this!
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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.
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