Supplier Manager Review

I am a supplier manager based at Radbroke, Knutsford. my job involves building relationships with companies that provide Barclays with their services. I ensure that both party's are adhering to the contracts and ensuring that we are working together as a team. I also ensure that Barclays is getting the best value for money with my suppliers.

yes, I have learnt many new skills since joining Barclays in November. I have learnt how to use programs such as Excel, as well as key communication skills within the office. the most recent skill I have developed is time management, i have always struggled with prioritising my time. The training Barclays has put me on, this is no longer a problem

I enjoy the independence that Barclays gives me. I like that we can manage out own schedules and that we are still treated as an employee even though we are only apprentices. my line manager is very friendly and everyone has always been very helpful! I thoroughly enjoy the programme I am on.

my programme has been very organised so far. we have received an email that has all the dates and training information on. we have been in contact with our guidance coach for the organisation who is going to visit me every other month, as well as keeping track of me online.

I receive a lot of support from my employer and my line manager. I have been given a technical buddy to help and support me throughout every day tasks as well as one to ones with my line manager every other week. I feel very supported within my job role.

I receive a lot of help from my training provider. I have been in constant contact with them since starting the course. the only problem I had was when they needed a membership paying for and they gave me a very short deadline to do this with very little guidance on how we get it reimbursed.

my qualification will help me perform better in my role because the qualification i am working to is very closely related to my current job role. it will give me more of an understanding of legislations, and laws when working with suppliers as well are more background and understanding in my role

yes, Barclays has provided many extra curricular activities to take part in. i have helped the homeless by wrapping presents for them at Christmas, i have decorated the local community pre-school on 2 occasions. I am taking part in a rough runner charity even at the end of June for charity

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I would recommend Barclays to a friend because its a really good place to work. they provide you with so much support when working. they help you get involved with the community. they also encourage you to become better at your job role by providing a lot of online courses to support your current skills

the advice I would give to others applying to Barclays would be to be confident. if you don't know the answer to a question, confidently tell them that you are unsure but you will find out at a later date. I would suggest to always ask questions because there are always people willing to help.