Rating

6.7/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
  • I work in Procurement. I work in PDS and Expediting. I interact with suppliers on a daily basis. I chase late orders, hold query meeting to resolve querys,update the order book, visit suppliers. With PDS I have a good interaction with engineers and Quality (cross functional working which is important) I am involved in the FAIR process which is making sure the quality of the parts is to standards.

    8/10

  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
  • I have learnt many different skills. Talking to suppliers Procurement role

    9/10

  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
  • I enjoy the job I do as I learn something new everyday which will help my future progression.

    9/10

  • 4. How valued do you feel by BAE Systems?
  • my manager is amazing and has couched me through every process and pushed for me to do well.

    10/10

  • 5. How well organised/structured is your programme?
  • Not structured at all.

    1/10

  • 6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?
  • My apprenticeship is 2 years long and I finished it in 6 months so I haven't had no interaction since then!

    1/10

  • 6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?
  • He is there no matter what I need!

    10/10

  • 7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?
  • The wage is good for people coming out of school but I have a child and a house so for my life its very tight. but it makes me want to learn more and progress my career faster.

    4/10

  • 8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?
  • BAE put on events outside of work now and again.. Bowling quiz nights.

    8/10

  • 9. Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
  • Yes


  • 9b. Why?
  • Its a good step to a successful career.


  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
  • Be confident and make sure you are prepared to shine and stand out above the rest. Make sure you know about BAE.


Details

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Marketing

West Midlands

March 2017


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