Strategic Sourcing Apprentice Review
at Softcat
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Information Technology
Marlow SL7, UK
Review Submitted: February 2023
Overall Rating
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!
3.5/5
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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:
4/5
I manage suppliers on our system can make necessary changes to their profile. And manage rebate collections by doing rebate checks to get money back into our business through loyal spend with certain suppliers.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
3/5
I have enjoyed my program earning and learning a lot of new skills in my job role and apprenticeship.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I have massively improved my confidence from starting, my attention to details and problem solving skills.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
Pretty well structured I had a day each week to focus on my studies and the other four to do my job role.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
My employer is very supportive and there is always help if I need it.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
I received a lot of support and had 1 to 1 sessions with my development coach when requested.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
I feel it it just gives me a better understanding of what it is like to work around a business.
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
We have a lot of different work/team events that you can get involved in.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Softcat to a friend?
Yes
Why?
If you are people person then this is a great place to work to meet lots of new people and build so many connections with all people.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Softcat?
To work hard and give it your all.
