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Ibstock

Buyer Review

at Ibstock

Degree Apprenticeship

Procurement

Leicester

Review Submitted: April 2025

Overall Rating

4.1 /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 - Overview of Role
4/5 - Skills Development
3.6/5 - 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
Managing stakeholder and suppliers, ensuring we receive the best value for money on all goods/services we procure
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I have developed my confidence when speaking with stakeholders, as well as my overall skills around procurement and supply

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
My course are structured into different modules that we are examined on. Each module has 2/4 full days (dependant on the exam - OR or CR) worth of leaning content which is taught on teams and 0.5/1 full day worth of guided revision sessions, as well as this we have an online platform for extra help and guidance
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
2/5

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Ibstock to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Friendly working culture that encourages you to grow both in work and personally
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Ibstock?
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