Category Assistant within Trading Review

by Boots

Rating

10/10

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

I am a Category Assistant for Men's and Boot's own Brand and Exclusive toiletries. As an assistant I work on Sales Plan (offers that you see in store), maintain product information and meet with suppliers. As my job role covers a wide variety of products I get to work with the Brand team as well as the trading teams. On top of my day to day job role I get involved in exciting projects - for example new launches.

10/10

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

There are deadlines you need to meet within Trading and therefore, you need to be organised. There are plenty of internal courses I am booked on which really help with the systems. On top of the training everyone is more than happy to help. I am currently doing a Customer Service qualification with College (which is on the Boot's site).

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I am really loving my job. There is a great structure in place from which I can get stuck in to my work load as well as interesting meetings scattered throughout the week. I feel like I am supported by my team and I can see a clear structure of where my career could go.

10/10

4. How valued do you feel by Boots?

My Manager is really helpful in giving me an insight of what is expected of me and what I can expect in return. I have weekly meetings which helps to keep a check on my development. I feel more than comfortable to ask questions as and when they arise, from which I am given time and help with.

10/10

5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

I attend college once a month which is great as I am busy within my job role so it allows a good balance. From the offset I understand my role and how over time I can be given more responsibilty. Having this clear structure is really important.

10/10

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

My training Provider always responds to any questions I have and they set out very clearly what is needed from me.

10/10

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

I receive a lot of support. From setting out my role, my progression, helping with with systems to any questions I have.

10/10

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

The salary is great for an Apprenticeship programme.

10/10

8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

There are many social events organised.

10/10

9. Would you recommend Boots to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

You recieve a qualification, good salary and a clear job role. Boots itself has a relaxed atmosphere and as it is so big there is room for progression.

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

Research the company and show your enthusiasm for working at Boots.