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Travis Perkins plc

Internal Sales Review

at Travis Perkins plc

Level 2 Apprenticeship

Marketing

Smethwick

Review Submitted: February 2023

Overall Rating

4.8 /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!

4.5/5 - Overview of Role
4/5 - Skills Development
4.8/5 - 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
I work within a sales team where we answer calls, build customer relationships, provide quotes and place orders whilst also meet with suppliers and help with any customer quieries.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
It is very enjoyable, it teaches me more about my business and also gives me the chance to look at other areas and see how they link to my role.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I have gained a lot of product knowledge and gained confidence in speaking to customers and suppliers. I have also developed my organisation and time keeping skills.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
It is very organised, calls are planned very much in advance and deadlines are given but are flexible depending on situation.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I am given all the time I need and all the resources required to complete this course. Any information I also need my amangers and colleagues are happy to help.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
My training provider is accessible at all times, we had montthly catch ups, regualr group calls and any other questions I was able to contact her through email or google chat,
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
I am able to expand my knowledge of my business and explore other roles to understand how the business. I also feel more confident whilst learning which reflects in my work on a day to day basis.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
4/5
I am part of the charity team and also attened the under 25s meetings on how to retain young people within the group.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Travis Perkins plc to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It is a very welcoming componay that provide all the correct support and training to help excel in your role. They offer you many oppurtunites to progress and colleagues are very helpful and friendly.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Travis Perkins plc?
To not be worried about how much there is to learn, no question is stupid and you have all the support you need. It can look overhwlming however you learn so much and have support networks everywhere
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