Apprentice – Supply Chain Programme Management

What You will Be Doing

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of our Formula 1 supply chain — from design release to component delivery.

• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams in Operations and Engineering to drive supply chain performance.

• Support long-term demand forecasting and supply strategies.

• Manage engineering changes and ensure updates are communicated clearly across the supply chain.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date Bills of Materials (BoMs) aligned with engineering revisions.

• Improve financial transparency by clearly separating programme demands, helping maximise budget efficiency under cost cap regulations.

• Champion supply chain best practices and drive efficiency through planning and process improvements.

• Mitigate obsolescence risks by monitoring specification volatility and proposing reuse or use-up strategies.

• Contribute to the development of planning tools and SAP-based automation to streamline supply chain operations.

• Implement proactive solutions to eliminate shortages, especially for high-usage consumables, while managing obsolescence impact.

Key Behaviours & Skills

• Adaptability & Curiosity: Embraces change and continuously seeks better ways of working.

• Organisation & Detail-Oriented: Manages multiple priorities without compromising on accuracy.

• Pride & Accountability: Delivers high-quality work and meets deadlines with a strong sense of ownership.

• Collaboration & Influence: Builds strong relationships and communicates effectively at all levels.

• Problem-Solving: Proactively identifies root causes and ensures lasting solutions.

• Effective Communicator: Articulates clearly and acts with integrity and professionalism at all times.

• Technical Acumen: Confident using IT tools, with an interest in automation, data, and SAP systems.

Your Development Path

Alongside your work, you will complete the Supply Chain Practitioner (Level 3) qualification tailored to the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector. This will include modules in:

• Risk Management

• Change Management

• Project Management

• Stakeholder Engagement

• Logistics and Procurement Processes

You will also complete a Professional Foundation Qualification in Programme Management, providing a strong base for future roles in programme delivery and strategic supply chain leadership.