Buyers Administrator Review

by ASOS

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Rating

4.4/5
  • The Role
    4.4
  • The Company
    4.5
  • The Culture
    4.1

    The Role

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

    • They were a great company to work for. I loved my team, the whole environment at Asos is great. Obviously you will have not so good days but overall I felt it was an extremely valued experience.

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

    • As I got better at my job role I felt more valued by my team.

    4/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • I had really great support from my co workers and had regular progress meetings with my Buyer.

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

    • Asos is so fast paced, you are pretty much busy all of the time.

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

    • I found it really satisfying in being given responsibility. You manage and prioritise your own work load so you feel great when you do a job well.

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

    • I developed my personal & professional skills in a way which you can not from sitting in a classroom. It has reaffirmed that Buying is what I want to do as my career.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • There will be some tense times like on a Monday morning or near strategy were there is stress but this to be expected in any head office.

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

    • It was well organised and we did have development meetings & talks from other departments which were interesting.

    4/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • They wanted me to learn as much as I could whilst on my placement.

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

    • Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop

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

    • I would definitely work there after graduating if I can.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • I made good friends with my colleagues.

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

    • Its London. It can get expensive.

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

    • London has awesome nightlife.

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

    • Asos often has socials, parties etc.

    4/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

London

October 2013

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