Store Planning Manager Review
at ASDA
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Architecture, Project Management
Leeds
Review Submitted: April 2026
Overall Rating
5 /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
5/5
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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
At the time of starting my Level 4 Apprenticeship in Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability, my role was as store a layout designer at Asda for over 10 years. Since studying for my apprenticeship while working in this role, I have been promoted to Store Planning manager of a team of four store designers. The confidence and strategic insight I've gained through my studies, plus the opportunity it has given me to work outside of my lane and develop a wider network, had definitely contributed to my promotion.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
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
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
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend ASDA to a friend?
Yes
Why?
The business is diverse, fast-paced and no two days are the same. The business has to move at the speed of customer trends, societal change, politics, global events and even weather.
Retail is also a microcosm of the entire jobs market, so there's opportunities for everyone. Within this business we have lawyers, systems architects, data analysts, building architects, traders, HR, Procurement, logistics experts, nutritionists, product designers, marketeers, social media communications experts, designers, builders, health & safety consultants, development chefs, educators... the list goes on!
Retail is also a microcosm of the entire jobs market, so there's opportunities for everyone. Within this business we have lawyers, systems architects, data analysts, building architects, traders, HR, Procurement, logistics experts, nutritionists, product designers, marketeers, social media communications experts, designers, builders, health & safety consultants, development chefs, educators... the list goes on!
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to ASDA?
Look at the website to understand the business' breadth, culture and values. Consider your unique abilities and what make you special, not just your skills. Don't be put off applying for a role, if you don't have all the job requirements. We hire for attitude and train for aptitude.
