TPS Operations Support Executive Review

The role is very varied, but the main day-to-day is supporting the TPS Network. This ranges from issues with systems, administration tasks, general queries, and larger scale operations projects like introducing new systems and processes that allow the network to function more efficiently. The role includes a lot of problem solving ability, and the ability to work creatively to find solutions to variuos problems, as well as networking and communication to ensure clarity in communication between head office and the TPS network.

I was given a large Amont of responsibility - more than I was expecting to be given coming into this experience. I have been given various business critical tasks like deploying an £8m pound telephony system, paying up to £700,000 worth of customer rebates each month, and maintaining supplier relations on behalf of the company and the network as a whole.

I have developed a wide range of skills - the ability to become adept in a variety of systems has been a skill that I have had the opportunity to hone. My MS Office skills have been improved as well. There has also been a significant improvement in soft skills - time management, communication, organisation and problem solving to name some.

I received a lot of guidance and support - my line manager scheduled weekly 1-1's which helped me to voice any concerns that I had with the work I was doing, and was always on hand to support with workload if needed.

It was a really kind and welcoming atmosphere - the team were great in making feel at home in the space where I was working. everyone worked extremely hard and I feel this extended into my own work ethic.

I thoroughly enjoyed my time on placement at VWG. It gave me a great taste of working in an office as well as in the automotive industry, which is exciting and meaningful. The team was great and the work I was tasked with challenged me.

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