Supply Chain Management Technical
Modern Apprenticeship
What's Supply Chain Management Technical like?
If you’re looking to work in a globally-focused industry covering a wide variety of disciplines and areas of expertise, the supply chain management industry may be right for you. It covers data analysis, economic modelling, risk management, software design, business communications, global trade and a vast number of other business-critical processes.
What's the qualification?
SCQF Level 9
You'll gain a Modern Apprenticeship in Supply Chain Management at SCQF Level 8.
Your qualification includes:
Vocational SVQ units alongside broader career skills training
Options to earn additional industry-focused qualifications
Hands-on work experience in a professional industry setting
Supply Chain Management at SCQF Level 9
What will I learn?
During your apprenticeship, you could learn how to:
Select appropriate suppliers for your supply chain
Schedule and place orders for supplies at a fair price
Choose high-quality storage facilities and holding locations for business supplies
Develop operational relationships with other organisations
Create business contracts and specifications
Evaluate supply chain performance and test improvements
Depending on the career skills units you decide to focus on, you will be able to gain an understanding of essential business skills including:
Project management
Negotiation and sales skills
Team leadership
Employee onboarding and recruitment skills
Finance management
Risk management
These career skills are valuable across many different industries and disciplines. Examples relevant to supply chain management include transport, telecommunications, manufacturing and technology.
Where could it take me?
There are a wide variety of opportunities available to you following completion of this Technical Apprenticeship. You can join a higher-level education pathway or start full-time employment straight away.
Further education: Develop your understanding of supply chain management further by pursuing additional qualifications. Learners who have completed this Technical Apprenticeship can move onto the more advanced Professional Apprenticeship or undertake industry qualifications from the Institute of Operations Management.
Straight to work: Use your supply chain management qualification to immediately begin work in the industry. Completing this apprenticeship can lead to a range of jobs including the following:
Warehouse Team Leader
Supply Chain Specialist
Purchasing Assistant
Distribution Project Supervisor
Freight Forwarder
Import/Export Supervisor
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this apprenticeship course. However, employers will favour those who show an enthusiasm for learning and have previous relevant work experience in the sector.
How does it work?
You’ll learn in a real-world environment and earn a wage. You’ll also study with a college or another learning provider.
How long will it take?
This Technical Apprenticeship will take a minimum of 12 months to complete.
How to apply
Use the 'Find vacancies near you' search at the end of this page to look for vacancies, then you can apply online.
You'll apply on Apprenticeships.scot or the company’s own website – there are details on the vacancy advert.