Assistant Branch Merchandiser & Space Planner Review

by Matalan

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

10/10

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

Analysis of store stock levels & sales to ensure best stock placement, with the ultimate aim of minimising markdown & maximising profit.

10/10

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

Learnt theory behind tasks that we do in our role day to day. For example, we analyse data/ build reports with raw data every day, but it was great to understand the GDPR laws that our data at Matalan must comply to.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

Programme is great. Enjoying learning again. Having a personal tutor/ point of contact is useful.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Very well structured, I have access to a clear schedule for the entire programme to keep me informed/ on tack with my learning.

10/10

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

Great support from employer - both from my Line Manager & the wider business (i.e. apprenticeship networking sessions).

10/10

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

Great support from provider regular check-ins with my tutor & quick feedback to any work submitted/ questions asked.

10/10

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

Only covered 2 modules so far, but it has provided me with some theory behind the tasks I do day to day & encourage me to be more considerate about what I'm doing whilst doing it. Hoping to learn something new on Power BI.

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 - quarterly apprenticeship networking event.

10/10

9a. Would you recommend Matalan to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Great place to work. Treat employees well. Have a great team of people around me - which is what I love most about my role.

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

Think Family. My favourite thing about Matalan is the people & we encourage each other to be the best in everything we do. Give examples of how you've worked well in a team. Also, have fun with your application - Matalan encourages everyone to be themselves & think outside the box.