Assistant Supply Manager Review
by Boots
This review was submitted over 4 years ago, so some of the information it contains may no longer be relevant.
Rating
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The Role
3.9
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The Company
3.8
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The Culture
3.6
- 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?
- 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?
- 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?
- 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?
- 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?
- 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
- 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?
- 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?
- 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
- 10. What were the perks on your work placement?
- 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?
- 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?
- 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?
- 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?
- 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?
The Role
First few months were difficult, but once I'd settled into the role I really began to enjoy the placement
I get on really well with my team, who welcomed me very warmly and immediately made me feel like a valued member.
Very manager dependent, one of my managers was very laid back when it came to support, another was very enthusiastic about it
First few days were boring due to lack of work, but learning curve was very steep, so soon felt like there was too much on. Got easier as the placement wen on.
I looked after all UK stock for 3 brands, the role I was given is an actual business role, not something made up for students.
Given me great experience for life and has also helped me with things like networking and presentation skills, as well as project management and stakeholder management.
The Company
Some days were fun, other days the work really piled up and there wasn't really much time to have a bit of a laugh and a joke.
Some incosistency across the placement, and some ambiguity around the aim, but this was the first year the placement was being run, so teathing problems are to be expected.
A lot of development was encouraged, and some line managers actively help you with you development. There are a lot of opportunities to push yourself and further your skills and attributes. There is also a lot of self driven development oportunities if you so desire.
Flexi Time
Subsidised Canteen
Subsidised/Company Gym
Financial Bonus
Company Parties/Events
Staff Sales/Staff Shop
Above 25 days holiday
I have been offered a permanent role within the company once I have finished university.
The Culture
The YII students were a great bunch of people, and we all gelled really well, having lunch together each day, going on nights out, away day activities. We will all definitely be keeping in touch after we've left.
I lived at home, so that was expensive, parking in nottingham is extortionate, but there are lots of cheap pubs and clubs in the centre.
Didn't really experience the nightlife myslef as I didn't live in the area, but other YII students really rate it
Boots are always encouring us to do extra activities to raise money for charity. These included an ironman event, fun days, CIN activities including manning the phones for CIN night, lots of fund raising activities for Macmillan.
Details
Placement (10 Months+)
Business Management, Financial Management, Logistics and Operations, Pharmaceutical, Purchasing and Supply, Retail
West Midlands
August 2013
