Customer Supply Chain Executive Review

by L'Oreal

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.6/10

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

My role involves account management at an operational level. I manage a few retailers by ensuring their orders are up to date; reviewing and analysing their accounts to streamline and optimise processes and efficiency from both sides.

9/10

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

I've learned numerous skills such as presenting to larger audiences and how to keep listeners engaged. I've also learned better collaboration skills with all types of stakeholders. Furthermore, I have improved on my relationship building skills .

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy my programme a lot as there is still the social element from being around other apprentices and interns as well as being treated and viewed as an important part of the team and not just an apprentice.

7/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The programme is very structured as I have Fridays dedicated to my off the job training as well as the opportunity to take study days if needed when it is exam season etc.

8/10

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

I receive a lot of support from my employer e.g. study days allowance, my line manager is supportive in terms of releasing me of my workload if needed when i have deadlines etc.

10/10

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

There is a lot of support such as platforms with guidance for things such as mental health; needing deadline extensions; I also have an appointed apprentice advisor who I can go to for further support and help.

9/10

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

My qualification gives me the theoretical aspect to my role, as well as learning about what is happening in the real world and how it can impact my day-to-day role.

7/10

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 is sporting activities such as netball, football, charity events. Our teams also have social committees whom organise after work events such as axe throwing, mini golf etc.

10/10

9a. Would you recommend L'Oreal to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

L'Oreal is an amazing place to work the support system is very well rounded and there is always more to learn. People are willing to always help and guide you in the right direction whilst giving you the opportunity to grow and flourish as an apprentice.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to L'Oreal?

It's not important to have all the knowledge about beauty and cosmetics but more about having the right attitude and the willingness to learn and be a part of team.