Trainee assistant buyer Review
at Matalan
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Procurement
Liverpool
Review Submitted: May 2024
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
5/5
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Skills Development
4.2/5
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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 daily tasks consist of developing new product, doing trend research, sending approvals to suppliers and fitting all samples. I work closely with my buyer, QA, merchandisers and designers.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
i loved my program, i am very pleased i was able to do it
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have developed my critical thinking, research and overall confidence. I have learnt a lot of industry knowledge and how to use it day to day.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
i received support from all areas of the business, from design, fabric teams, merch, and my lectures
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
i received alot of support from the provider
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
it helped me learn thing quickly that i was able to apply in work, doing the job along side really solidifies your knowledge
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
1/5
no
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Matalan to a friend?
Yes
Why?
lovely people, building and facilities. creative freedom and exciting
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Matalan?
be yourself
