Supply Chain Apprentice

Supply Chain Apprentice

Location: Gloucester
Programme: Level 3 Apprenticeship
Duration: Three years
Start Date: September 2027

Safran - Here, We Craft Excellence Together

At Safran, excellence is a journey, and we'd love you to be part of it. As a trusted global leader in aerospace, defence and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation and opportunity come together to shape a more sustainable future.

Safran Landing Systems is a global leader in aircraft landing and braking systems, supporting commercial, business, military and defence aircraft around the world.

Our expertise covers the entire product lifecycle, from design, engineering and manufacturing through to maintenance, repair and overhaul. Our Gloucester site has been at the forefront of landing gear technology for more than 85 years, from the pioneering designs of Sir George Dowty to the advanced landing gear systems used on some of the world's most modern aircraft today.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Early finish on Fridays.
• 25 days' annual leave plus UK bank holidays, with options to buy or sell additional days.
• Annual bonus and share scheme options.
• Pension scheme with up to 8% matched contributions.
• Life assurance at four times your salary.
• On-site parking, including electric vehicle charging points.
• Subsidised restaurant.
• Bicycle storage and shower facilities.
• A wide range of flexible benefits and working options, depending on the role.
• Enhanced maternity and family-friendly benefits.
• Training, development, a personalised career plan and internal mobility opportunities.

About the Role

Join Safran Landing Systems in Gloucester and develop the knowledge, skills and experience needed to build a successful career in supply chain and procurement.

As a Supply Chain Apprentice, you'll contribute to the smooth flow of materials, components and information across a global aerospace organisation. You'll gain hands-on experience supporting supplier management, procurement, planning and material availability activities that are critical to maintaining aircraft support and customer delivery requirements.

Throughout the programme, you'll work alongside experienced colleagues, learn how a world-class aerospace supply chain operates and develop the commercial and operational skills needed for a long-term career in supply chain management.

Responsibilities

• Support supplier management activities across a range of aerospace supply chain functions.
• Assist with supplier performance monitoring, delivery schedules and lead times.
• Support planning teams by helping to maintain material availability.
• Identify and escalate potential supply chain risks.
• Maintain accurate supply chain documentation and records.
• Assist with inventory management, stock accuracy and material flow.
• Support continuous improvement projects focused on efficiency and performance.
• Use business systems to maintain orders, schedules and operational data.
• Prepare reports and analysis to support business decision-making.
• Collaborate with internal departments including Engineering, Quality and Operations.

What's in It for You?

Throughout the apprenticeship, you'll develop practical skills and experience in:

• Supplier management and procurement processes.
• Production planning and scheduling.
• Inventory management and material control.
• Supply chain risk identification and mitigation.
• Data analysis and business reporting.
• Commercial awareness and stakeholder management.
• Continuous improvement and operational efficiency techniques.
• Enterprise resource planning systems and supply chain technologies.

Programme Structure

Year 1

You'll spend time with a local specialist training provider, where the relevant units of your qualification will be delivered and assessed.

Years 2-3

Your training and assessment will continue within Safran Landing Systems, where you'll apply your learning in the workplace and gain experience across different supply chain functions to support your development.

All apprentices are assigned an Apprenticeship Coordinator who will support them throughout their learning journey.

Qualifications

On successful completion of the programme, you'll achieve a nationally recognised Level 3 qualification.

The programme will provide you with the knowledge, practical experience and recognised qualifications needed to begin building a career in supply chain, procurement and business operations.

Candidate Requirements

Essential Criteria

• Five GCSEs at grades 9-5 or A -C, including English and Maths.
• A genuine interest in supply chain, procurement or business operations.

• A willingness to learn and complete both the practical and academic aspects of the apprenticeship.

Desirable Criteria

• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• An interest in data analysis, planning or problem solving.
• Experience of teamwork, projects, volunteering, work experience or extracurricular activities.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel or other data-based tools.

Recruitment Process

Stage 1 - Application

Apply online with your CV.

Final application decisions will not be made until after 8 January 2027.

Stage 2 - Online Assessment

Applicants who meet the initial criteria will be invited to complete an online assessment.

Stage 3 - Assessment Centre

Successful candidates will be invited to attend an assessment centre at our Gloucester site in March 2027.

Stage 4 - Final Decision

Candidates will be informed of the outcome following the assessment centre.

Stage 5 - Onboarding

Our Early Careers team will support successful candidates before they join Safran, providing relevant updates and information ahead of the programme start.

Inclusion & Belonging at Safran

We recognise that great candidates don't always meet every requirement. If you can demonstrate relevant skills, experience or potential, we'd encourage you to apply.

We're committed to an inclusive recruitment process and welcome discussions about any reasonable adjustments that may help you participate fully.

We celebrate diversity and believe our differences help drive innovation, collaboration and success.

Get Involved

You can also become part of our wider Safran community through initiatives including:

• Women at Safran
• Diversity at Safran
• STEM Ambassadors
• Employee Forum
• Sports & Social Clubs
• Charity Partnerships
• Health & Wellbeing Programmes

Join us and help shape the future of aerospace while building a rewarding career with Safran.