Logistics Contract Management Review

by Nestle

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

7.9/10

1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

Title: Logistics Contract Management Daily tasks: dispute claim management, regular checks on service levels, project tasks, site visits etc. Daily Interactions Internally/Externally: wide networking opportunity across my department as well as others. Responsibilities: Contract management involves a lot of responsibility and tight control of what our third party contractors are doing. Projects: Project involvement with both Supply chain and the Nestlé Academy

8/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

Nestlé offer a wide range of internal training course to improve personal development areas of which I have taken part. As part of this sponsored degree programme I will qualify with a BA (Hons) degree in Professional Business Practice from Sheffield Hallam University

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I thoroughly enjoy my programme and do not regret my decision in not going to Uni full time. I think Nestlé is a great company to work for in terms of team, company culture and meeting expectations. As employees we are looked after and pushed to be our best at all times.

8/10

4. How valued do you feel by Nestle?

I feel valued by Nestlé as a younger employee as young talent is well-thought of now throughout the business and we are encouraged to get as involved as we can do in all tasks and positions.

7/10

5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The induction and training sections of this programme have been really good for me. The support through studying has varied, however has now improved following catch-up meetings with the group.

7/10

6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?

Great support from the university

9/10

6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?

Now great support after catch up sessions have been put in place.

7/10

7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?

I believe that compared to other degree programmes Nestlé pays very well in regard to starting salary. This is then dependable on performance with the opportunities for pay rises. To be paid whilst gaining work experience is really good, and the salary meets my living costs.

7/10

8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

There are a number of activities put on by the business e.g exercise classes. Company events and activities are also vast, giving employees the opportunity to be involved in things outside of work for a good cause.

8/10

9. Would you recommend Nestle to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

It is a very welcoming business that offers endless opportunities to be your best.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Nestle?

Be yourself. Nestlé do not necessarily employ those individuals with the best grades - they look more at your personalities and see what you can bring to the business as an individual.