Supply Chain Leadership Apprenticeship

AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP ,
Macclesfield, Cheshire
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At AstraZeneca we believe in the potential of our people and you'll develop beyond what you thought possible. We make the most of your skills and passion by actively supporting you to see what you can achieve. We need great people who share our passion for science and have the drive and determination to meet the unmet needs of patients around the world. If you're curious about what science can do, then you're our kind of person. Our scientific research and development is afforded the utmost respect, so we give our people the same. We do everything we can to make sure each AstraZeneca person has everything they need to stretch themselves and see what they can achieve. Where you start your journey with us doesn't determine the course of your career. So many of our people develop themselves beyond their wildest imaginations, both in terms of their roles and the countries they've worked in. We don't limit their capabilities by what's possible from them now but by what's possible from them in the future. AstraZeneca's apprenticeship scheme offers you a unique opportunity to learn within a multi-national company gaining useable skills whilst working closely alongside industry experts and professionals. The workplace experience acquired during your apprenticeship will ensure you develop the skills to provide good prospects for full term positions within AstraZeneca and in supply chain roles within other science based companies. In addition to gaining valuable working experience you will have the opportunity to study towards professional qualifications dependent on your chosen department whilst earning a competitive salary. The apprenticeship programme commences annually in September at the Macclesfield site, and we are offering Apprenticeships within our Clinical Supply Chain organisation and Operations Commercial Supply Chain who support AstraZeneca across all key therapeutic areas and supporting projects in phases of the drug development lifecycle and manufacturing. We are offering apprenticeships in 2 areas. These are: + Commercial Sourcing and Supply- you will work in a team of Supply Chain professionals to ensure materials are available to meet the production plan and finished products are distributed in a timely and compliant manner to patients around the world. + Clinical Supply Chain - You will work in a team of Supply Chain professionals to help ensure Supply Chain business processes, systems, metrics and technology meet the needs of the business and the AstraZeneca Clinical portfolio. You'll receive an Apprenticeship Training Plan that describes the training you'll need to meet the standard. It may include a mixture of external and internal training that will ensure you are fully proficient by the end of the programme. It will show when each area of the standard must be acquired and assessed and which areas may require off the job. You'll gain transferable core skills and knowledge. In addition, gain skills specific to the working practices of the place of employment. The requirements of the Apprenticeship are designed to offer stretch and progression. Further training as required will be confirmed at the start of the training plan. Training to be part of the contracted hours making up the working week. You'll be working towards a Degree Apprenticeship in Supply Chain Leadership; Upon completion, you'll be in an excellent position to continue developing within AstraZeneca and will be fully equipped with the training to enable you to apply for roles within other science based companies. Essential: + Good communication skills + Good team working skills + High organisation skills and confidence to work independently + Logical thinking to be able to apply processes + The ability to apply a rational approach to problem solving; making judgments based on sound reasoning, approaching problems in a logical manner + Concerns for standards + High numeracy and literacy skills + Computer literacy + Ability to learn + Self-motivation + Initiative Entry Requirements: + 5 GCSEs Grades 9-4 including minimum 6 grade in Maths, English and preferably a Science subject or business subject + 2 A-Levels at Grade C or equivalent - Maths, IT or Business are preferred. To apply for this position, please click on the apply link below AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorisation and employment eligibility verification requirements This is a 4 year Fixed Term Contract opportunity based at Macclesfield with a competiti

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