Sales Advisor Review

by Travis Perkins Plc

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9.9/10

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

My day to day is customer based on the counter(20%) and telephone sales(80%). My main role is to be the first point of contact for customers.

10/10

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

Yes, on the Apprenticeship I was advised to take part in branch to expand my knowledge as well as learn the ways from experienced colleagues. We discussed how to effectively serve which I then put to the test.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoyed the different ways in which I improved my learning. i also enjoyed working with my tutor as she was a great help.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

I believe the fact that it is mainly coursework was very beneficial as I could do it in-branch around my work day. The only negative was I had to travel for the first few months into london.

9/10

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

100%

10/10

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

A lot.

10/10

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

I now have evidence to back up myself which adds to my confidence when serving/on the phone.

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 there are such as Bike races/courses as well as our charity days.

10/10

9a. Would you recommend Travis Perkins Plc to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Because they provide help and feedback when asked. They are happy for me when I learn new things and encourage me to continue.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Travis Perkins Plc?

Be confident & Don't be scared even though it is a Male orientated workplace women seem to brighten it up. Also the Apprenticeship scheme was enjoyable and gave me further qualifications.