Chartered Manager Degree Apprentice Review

by Nestle

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

7.5/10

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

I am rotating around departments, doing 6 months in sales, marketing, CDT and supply chain and then deciding where I would like to spend my final year. Currently an eBusiness new strategic projects manager, I research quick commerce opportunities for Nestle and have began on boarding customers.

8/10

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

I've developed many skills such as: Communication Networking People management Sales Skills Creativity and Marketing Skills

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I thoroughly enjoy the programme

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The programme is structured very well for the most part, the only downside I can see is the lack of communication between the academy and line managers. Line managers seem to be unaware that we should get time in the working week dedicated to uni work and it can sometimes be uncomfortable asking for this.

7/10

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

We do receive a lot of support from Nestle, but as previously stated it would be better if the communication with line managers about allocated uni time was better, as many people are not given the time they are entitled to

8/10

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

We receive a good amount of support

7/10

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

Being honest, I don't think the qualification has a huge impact on helping me perform in my day to day role

3/10

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.)

There are lots of networking opportunities within Nestle. such as events, team dinners etc

7/10

9a. Would you recommend Nestle to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

They really value us as employees offering excellent benefits and support. It's also a great opportunity to work in such a huge company where you can really tailor your own career path.

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

Be yourself - Nestle values diversity and appreciates that everyone is different