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E.ON UK

Category Manager Review

at E.ON UK

Degree Apprenticeship

Purchasing and Supply

Nottingham

Review Submitted: March 2025

Overall Rating

4.9 /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!

4.5/5 - Overview of Role
5/5 - 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:
5/5
Category Manager working in the supply chain team, which involves working with supply chain partners to ensure the best quality, delivery and cost is provided to E.ON operational teams for their requirements.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Significant knowledge gained on my sector and area of support, the business has allowed me to visit projects to witness the products and partners, whilst attend trade events and shows to further increase knowledge. I have gained significant depth of knowledge of the business areas and how my role interacts with these.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
Very good, all students are encouraged to participate and discuss, with support available throughout.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
Excellent support from my team, line manager, director and wider E.ON business.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
It has provided a holistic view to how I approach tasks, trying to understand the objective of the requirement, what I need to do and how I can best achieve it, with the confidence to ask questions and challenge where relevant.
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
There are numerous activities available from NTU to be involved in.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend E.ON UK to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Excellent working culture, strong commitment from colleagues to allow development and progression. The company itself provides opportunities for new experiences and learning, with strong rewards.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to E.ON UK?
Apply, you will not regret it.
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