Sales Associate Review
at Computacenter
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Marketing
Southwark
Review Submitted: March 2021
Overall Rating
5 /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!
5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
5/5
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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:
5/5
My day-to-day includes supporting other members of the team in Sales Opportunities, prospecting accounts and offering support where needed. I am learning how to use the internal tools and actively getting involved in campaigning for accounts. I get support from the management team and have aligned buddies/coaches/mentors which means I am always given the support and advice that I need.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I really enjoy the programme, as I get to have lots of exposure and support across different teams and this is helping to increase my development throughout the Company. We also do lots of socials together which is important to help with the company culture, especially in a Virtual world! I would highly recommend the programme to anyone that wants a long-term career.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I've learnt many new skills, including presentation skills, excel skills and i've learnt more about how to work with different people across different industries. This could be customers and suppliers but also internal teams, to understand how to manage key stakeholders and this has helped to increase my confidence and my customer service skills. I've learnt how to use CRM systems and different internal systems to build quotes and manage large projects.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
The programme has been structured throughout and i'm always aware what is expected from me. Even when there were difficulties around the Pandemic, we've still had a structured plan in place and had the support required across each part of the programme. We have been aligned in Teams across the programme which has helped instil consistency across the programme too.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I have always received any support that I require from my employer. They check-in regularly and we have regular catch ups across my management team but also the internal teams arranging the programme, and I can also get support at any point when needed as I have dedicated aligned managers who are always willing to help.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
I have a regular point of contact at the training provider who is always supportive and on-point to help and offer support when needed. I have felt fully supported whilst working towards my qualifications and I have always known what is expected of me as there has been clear communication throughout.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
The qualification has helped me in my role by helping ensure I understand the technical aspects behind what I am selling. This has been helpful on a day-to-day basis as I need to have underlying knowledge of the products I am selling, especially as a Sales Specialist which I hope to become.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
There are regularly professional networking events at work which we cna get involved in. There are also plenty of Charity events and virtual events (during the pandemic) which has helped to keep us all working as a team and feeling the team spirit. We also have "Virtual Pubs" and "Coffee Mornings" to keep us all communicating together.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Computacenter to a friend?
Yes
Why?
I would highly recommend Computacenter to anyone looking for a Career in sales. Computacenter offers a dedicated, structured programme to help launch your career in sales, and for myself this has been really beneficial to help me build on my skills and experiences to be ready to move into role. I have been offered regular support throughout the programme and the team I've worked with are focused on helping me develop and grow.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Computacenter?
Working in Computacenter you need to be motivated and be pro-active in getting involved in opportunities. I always believe you get out what you put in, so it's important to ensure you are really trying to build your own development and skillset throughout and this will help you get the most out of the programme.
