International Freight Operations Manager Review
at Travis Perkins plc
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Logistics and Operations
Northampton, Northamptonshire
Review Submitted: May 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!
4/5
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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 a small team who manage the end to end operations of International freight movements for the Travis Perkins group.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
| enjoyed the programme very much.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I have learnt how to use Google data studio and principles around data management and managing data projects
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
Pretty well organised, they learnt on the way as we were the first cohort but quickly implemented any changes required
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
Loads, I was allowed to block time out in my diary and was supported with the projects that I needed to complete
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
Lots of support, you can always get in touch with your coach to ask questions
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
Massive impact to leading a team now to a data driven working environment
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
Yes, there are walking networks and charity events etc.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Travis Perkins plc to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Travis has a family feel and the people are great to work with. They have made significant investment in the benefits package for its employees, and also investment in apprenticeships for all employees
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Travis Perkins plc?
Realise that we are a big group of companies and that there are lots of opportunities.
