Purchasing Apprentice Review
at Renault
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Procurement
Maple Cross
Review Submitted: August 2023
Overall Rating
3.9 /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
3/5
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Skills Development
3.8/5
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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 look after purchase orders across various departments within the company and ensure that internal client's purchases match with the company's needs, monitor lead time and data, support the tender process by conducting market research, supporting the internal client in defining the needs and specifications and evaluating supplier's proposals and presentations.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
3/5
It was very beneficial to combine learning and working at the same time. There are tones of theories and practices that I learnt with the apprenticeship training provider and I was able to reflect on those whilst working and I also had many opportunities to apply them in a work context.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
3/5
I gained good understanding of supply chain procedures, hands-on experience with purchasing software such as SAP. I also developed my MS Excel skills by using it daily by creating reports. Applied the knowledge I acquired through my apprenticeship to work situations such as negotiation, defining business needs, understanding the different dynamics between stakeholders etc.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
How much support do you receive from your employer?
3/5
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
The apprenticeship training provider has been very helpful and available when I needed support or guidance on how to prepare my revisions. I had a personal coach who I had regular catch up with and they ensured I was on the right track and answered all the questions I had.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
Although the syllabus of the training programme was heavily manufacturing focused, this qualification was still beneficial as the training provider was taking in consideration the working environment of the learners and the trainers were reflecting with us on how this can relate in our own industry. This really helped me in performing better in my role.
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
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Renault to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Renault is really involved in the well-being of their employees.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Renault?
Don't hesitate to show how motivated you are.
