Purchasing Placement Review

by Cummins

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Rating

4.5/5
  • The Role
    4.9
  • The Company
    4.8
  • The Culture
    3.5

    The Role

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?

    • I have highly enjoyed my placement year here at CGT Stamford. I have gained mass product knowledge about the Stamford range, taken on several projects contributing to the purchasing objectives. Understood the purchasing function in a manufacturing environment and understood the importance of the role on the company's Success. Great kick start to my career as I have gained / developed valuable skills and would love to have the opportunity to come back as a graduate!

    5/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • I was treated like a valuable core member of the team.

    5/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • I was given support and guidance at all times when I needed support.

    5/5
  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

    • I was busy most of the time as I was involved in several projects.

    5/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • Cummins exceeded those expectations as I was able to become project leader for a number of projects and also carry out some sourcing manager roles. The admin work I was required to do added value to the business as they prepared the ground works for projects and negotiations for Sourcing Managers.

    5/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • Interpersonal skills.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

    • Friendly and live.

    4/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • The placement programme is well thought-out.

    5/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • Project Management training course. Supply Chain Academy Training.

    5/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events

    Above 25 days holiday
    5/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I have been offered to come back based on my performance.

    5/5

    The Culture

  • 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?

    • Yes, however social events were limited due to being based in Stamford.

    4/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • Rent 100 p/w

    3/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Okay... just what you'd expect from a posh little town!

    4/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Company Football Company Badminton Annual Olympics event

    4/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Accounting, Purchasing and Supply

East Midlands

June 2016

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