Assistant Buyer Review
at Fortnum & Mason
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Marketing
London
Review Submitted: February 2023
Overall Rating
4.4 /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
4/5
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Skills Development
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:
5/5
My role involves managing categories within the Fresh, Deli and Bakery team; working on NPD, launches and supplier relationships.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I very much enjoyed the programme. It was great to be part of the course whilst also working as you could take your experiences from your day to day role and use this for the assignments.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I am continuing to learn and have developed skills in presenting, negotiating and managing.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Very organised and well structured with a set calendar outlining each category, lecture and deadline.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
I received a lot of support from my employer and was able to use a lot of resources from the Buying and Merchandising team on my assignments
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
A lot of support, with one to one meetings if you need to talk through something or need help with a certain part of the course. They want to make the course work for you.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
It has helped me with my confidence.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
3/5
There are extra-curricular activities available
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Fortnum & Mason to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It is a great place to work where you get all the support you need and a real feeling that they want you to succeed.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Fortnum & Mason?
Be passionate about food.
