Advanced Apprentice Supply Chain
Content + Source + Freshness • 12 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Moderate value with key skill acquisition in supply chain management but lower salary prospects.
- Starting salary: £15,819 per annum
- Comprehensive training in supply chain processes
- Global exposure within the aerospace sector
Pros
- Opportunity to learn various aspects of supply chain management
- Structured apprenticeship with clear learning paths
- Experience in a globally recognized aerospace company
Cons
- Lower starting salary compared to technical roles
- Potentially narrow focus depending on placement
- May require extensive teamwork and collaboration
Who it's for
Entry-Level / Apprentice • On-site
Good fit
- Individuals interested in logistics and operations
- Aspiring procurement professionals
- Candidates seeking an administrative entry in a technical environment
Not recommended for
- Those who prefer technical hands-on work
- Individuals uninterested in teamwork
- Candidates looking for immediate high earnings
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
Description
Job title: Advanced Supply Chain Practitioner Apprentice
Location: Samlesbury and Warton
Salary: Starting from £15,819 with annual progression through the scheme duration.
What you’ll be doing:
- You will gain real experience working in the Supply Chain supporting Manufacturing, Maintenance or Procurement.
- You will gain a broad knowledge of the supply chain and learn the skills to contribute to our continuous improvement culture. Through a combination of ‘off-the-job’ training, reviews and work placements, you will gain exposure to real scenarios that support our business.
- Your off the job training will include interactive classroom sessions, delivered by prominent industry professionals, studying topics such as:
– Logistics – Procurement – New Products – Capacity Planning – Process Improvement – Planning Manufacture What qualification will you get? The Advanced Supply Chain Practitioner Apprenticeship will provide the opportunity to gain the following: Level 3 Supply Chain Practitioner.
Benefits:
As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing & lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.
The Air team:
The Air sector leads in aerospace innovation, designing advanced aircraft, supporting global customers, and developing cutting-edge technology. With 23,000 employees worldwide, it offers world-class training, career growth, and opportunities to impact the future of Aviation.
Please note you must not book any annual leave within the first 3 months of your apprenticeship. Following this, leave will be considered depending on the individual training delivery schedule and must be approved by your line manager.
Why BAE Systems?
This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.
Export Control/Security:
Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Click here for more information on national security vetting levels.
Qualification requirements
5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade 9-4 / A*- C which must include Maths & English
