National Sales Office Apprentice Review

by Travis Perkins Plc

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

10/10

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

My main role is reactive in terms of processing orders for customers and sourcing products for customers. I speak mainly on the phone and via email. We use TP branches where possible and Keyline branches as well as using direct orders.

10/10

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

Yes, I learnt how to manage time effectively. I learnt how to ask for the PO. I learnt new skills and knowledge as this was a new industry to me.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I really enjoyed it, so much that I want to enroll onto a new course.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Very well organised, the webinars were clear, to the point and engaging.

10/10

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

Lots of support the coaches were always on hand to offer their assistance and provide help where they could.

10/10

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

Lots of support, they were always on hand to assist.

10/10

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

I wouldn't be as far along with terms of product knowledge without the course.

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, I am on our charity board for 2023 this was a voluntary scheme and I want to give something back.

10/10

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

Yes

9b. Why?

Great team to work in not just internally but externally too everyone is working towards one thing and it is excellent how people pull together to get the job done.

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

Be yourself and be comfortable being uncomfortable.