Supply chain practitioner (fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG))
Level 3 · AdvancedTransport and logistics 2.5 yr typical
About this apprenticeship
What it involves
This Level 3 apprenticeship trains supply chain practitioners to manage the flow of goods, information, and services within fast-moving consumer goods businesses such as food, drink, and household products. Apprentices work across functions including planning, logistics, procurement, and customer service to keep products moving efficiently. It can lead to roles as a Supply Chain Coordinator, Demand Planner, or Logistics Manager.
On the job
What you’ll learn
FMCG supply chain principles and the importance of speed and availability
Demand forecasting and stock replenishment methods
Warehouse operations, inventory management, and picking processes
Transportation modes and third-party logistics management
Customer service and managing supplier and retailer relationships
Data analysis and using supply chain systems and software
Continuous improvement tools used in FMCG operations
On the job
What you’ll do day to day
Monitor stock levels and raise replenishment orders as needed
Coordinate deliveries with suppliers and logistics providers
Analyse demand data to support forecasting and planning
Liaise with customers or retailers about order fulfilment
Identify and escalate supply chain risks or disruptions
Use ERP or supply chain management software to track orders
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in the supply chain
The deal
How this apprenticeship works
You earn a wage from day one. You are a paid employee, not a student. There are no tuition fees - the training is funded by your employer and the government.
About 20% is “off-the-job” training. Roughly a day a week is spent learning away from your normal duties - at a college, training provider, or online - working towards a recognised qualification.
It ends with an end-point assessment (EPA). Near the end, an independent assessor checks you can do the job to the national standard - through tests, a project, a portfolio or an interview. Pass it and you are fully qualified.
How to get there
What you need to start
Level 3 (Advanced) - roughly A-level level. Employers usually look for some GCSEs (often English & maths around grade 4/C) or a Level 2 apprenticeship first. English & maths can sometimes be finished during training.
What’s next: Can lead to a Level 4/5 (Higher) apprenticeship, or straight into the role.
Entry requirements are set by each employer and can vary - always check the specific vacancy.
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