R&D Supply Chain and Logistics Degree Apprenticeship

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 … safety is a huge priority … and I like that there’s always opportunities to take on further projects depending on your area of interest.’

~ R&D Supply Chain and Logistics Apprentice

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

Written and spoken fluency in English

4 years

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.

• 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

September 2026

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.

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!

• 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…