Supply Chain Apprentice Review

I work within the supply chain of clinical trials. I manage 6 different studies and my job is too ensure the correct kits are available at the right site for the patients. this involves managing stocks expiry dates, labelling more stock if needed, raising shipments and communicating with other companies.

I have learnt many new skills since the start of my apprenticeship in 2018. I have improved my communication skills as I am constantly having different forms of communications (skype, email face too face) with people all over the world. I now feel more confident speaking and presenting work to others.

I am very happy with how my programme has gone. There has been a clear path for me to develop myself from the start of the apprenticeship. I work in a great team where everyone helps each other. There is a great company culture which makes you feel valued as an apprentice

I had a good 2 week induction to ease me into my role. There has been great training throughout and I have always had the support available for when I need it. I enjoy doing my uni degree through distance learning and I feel supported with my uni work too.

I have monthly meeting with my manger for an hour where we discuss my progression and learnings. The HR team has not been great. I have a few mentors for different reasons and they have all been useful for me in different ways. The is a good attitude from colleges who try to support the apprentices.

A tutor visits site one a month who helps us with learning and assignments. There is also a lot of support from the uni tutors who do regular meetings with the students. Overall, i'm happy with how the degree is going although it has been quite tough at times.

My learning through my qualification do not help me with my day to day role at all. The degree does help me understand how AZ operates on a much larger scale. Therefore, have not ad the opportunity to put theory into practice at my level. I will understand more about the industry I am in by the end of the degree

There are many extra curricular activities to get involved in at work. For example, I have joined the gym at work where there are also several classes on offer each day. I play 5 a side football twice a week on the pitch at work. There are also volunteering days where we help out the local communities.

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It is a great company to work for where you feel very valued and it is great to know that you are making a difference to peoples lives. I have a great work life balance, have many benefits offered to me by AZ and enjoy working with my work ges.

Try to show the different experiences you have had so far from school and extra curricular activities and what you have gained from doing these. On the interview day just try and be yourself whilst staying relaxed. Make sure to ask many questions to different AZ employees to get a better understanding of the company.