Supply Chain Degree Apprentice
Kickstart your future with a competitive salary from £21,200, a fully funded degree, top-tier mentoring and real job experience within a global company. Ideal for driven school-leavers.
What You’ll Be Doing Day-to-Day
As a Supply Chain Degree Apprentice at GXO, your days will be varied and engaging. You’ll rotate through different departments such as warehousing, HR, and health and safety, gaining practical experience.
You’ll support and eventually lead teams, learning the ins and outs of logistics operations. There’s a heavy emphasis on teamwork and development, and you’ll tackle real tasks within a dynamic industry.
Every six to seven weeks, you’ll attend Sheffield Hallam University for block-release study sessions, working toward your fully funded degree in Professional Supply Chain Leadership while on the job.
Your performance and progress will be reviewed regularly, ensuring personalised growth and direct mentorship. Expect to build valuable relationships across the company while honing both technical and leadership skills.
You will also get exposure to continuous improvement projects, shaping operational excellence with support from senior staff and your assigned mentor.
Top Benefits
The biggest highlight is earning a competitive salary, starting at £21,200 and increasing annually. Your university education is fully paid for, eliminating student debt worries.
You’ll receive 25 days of paid holiday, plus bank holidays, and the option to buy more days if needed. Benefit from a workplace pension and a Cycle to Work scheme.
Possible Downsides
This apprenticeship does have a demanding schedule with study and work commitments. Balancing academic requirements with work duties can be challenging.
The multi-department rotation means frequent changes to team, tasks, and expectations, which may not suit everyone. Flexibility is key to success here.
Our Verdict
If you’re motivated, ambitious, and ready to launch a logistics career while being paid and gaining a degree, this GXO apprenticeship stands as an excellent option.
Though it’s rigorous, the experience, skills, and lack of tuition fees provide a solid foundation for a leadership role in supply chain management.