Logistics Coordinator Review

by AstraZeneca

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9.6/10

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

I am responsible for transacting customers orders and arranging the pick and pack activity and two key EU logistics centres and arranging the export activity across the EMEA region.

9/10

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

I have learnt so many new skills. I have developed so much as a person, my confidence has grew and I have developed new leadership skills, I am now considered an experienced logistics employee.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I thoroughly enjoyed my programme.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

My programme is very well organised.

9/10

5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

I receive one to one line management and I also have a specifically aligned mentor.

10/10

6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

I receive great support. My employer is very flexible and understands that my studies come first. They offer support when writing my assignments and help to pick out key real life examples that I can implement into my writing.

9/10

7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

Very well. Since my qualification is tailored to the role I am undertaking, I find it very helpful to have the practical work learnings backed up by traditional study methods through my education provider.

10/10

8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

Yes, there are countless extra curricular activities to get involved in at AZ.

10/10

9a. Would you recommend AstraZeneca to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Because its a brilliant company who truly value their employees and compensate well. They also value personal development and offer many opportunities to succeed within the organisation.

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

Think hard if an apprenticeship is right for you. I would also recommend researching about the organisation and possibly taking the opportunity to attend some work experience at the organisation.