Assistant Supply Chain Manager Review
at Travis Perkins plc
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Customer Service
Northampton, Northamptonshire
Review Submitted: October 2020
Overall Rating
3.8 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
3.5/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
3.4/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
4/5
Managing a team of supply chain analysts for Travis Perkins and Benchmarx division.
Weekly meetings with commercial and distribution.
Weekly meetings with commercial and distribution.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
3/5
I enjoyed the course and especially the monthly workshops, as learning from others within the organisation was helpful.
There is so much good content, but due to work pressures I didn't always digest everything that was available.
There is so much good content, but due to work pressures I didn't always digest everything that was available.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Yes, lots of good techniques like time management and coaching techniques stand out i.e grow model.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
Well structured. It was a bit daunting at first, as we switched systems, but once the tutors talked us thorough it it was fine.
I liked we had visibility of all the workshop dates early on was helpful.
I think how the trainers adapted to the online activities was very good.
I liked we had visibility of all the workshop dates early on was helpful.
I think how the trainers adapted to the online activities was very good.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
3/5
This varied. Initially was very supportive, but as work issues escalated, especially when covid struck, this became very difficult.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
Although I changed tutor about a third of the way through, this was fine. My tutor was excellent, without her guidance and support I don't think I would've competed this course.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
I've already put into place things I've learned. I think this is one of the key difference with other courses, as the content is so tied into the business, its very easy to apply what you learn, as most of the task involve this.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
2/5
Not at the moment.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Travis Perkins plc to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Very well run course, that is very applicable to any supervisors or managers.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Travis Perkins plc?
Make sure the content is relevant, and you manager is fully aware of the commitment that will be involved.
