IT Category Buyer (Procurement Apprentice) Review

by Mott MacDonald

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9.1/10

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

Handling new or renewal IT software/hardware contracts. Taking the business requirement and getting the service to them, from the relevant supplier.

9/10

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

How to handle Stakeholders and Supplier contacts, improving people skills. Able to analyse finances and review legal contracts.

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

Very much so.

8/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Fortnightly workshops work well - not too long apart but doesn't feel like a chore.

9/10

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

A lot, will take any too demanding workload. Constant check ins over work and apprenticeship work.

10/10

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

A lot, constant tasks and reviews to develop my knowledge to gain my qualification.

9/10

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

I am able to learn skills or knowledge that I use in my role. Fundamentals which I may already be using, but can expand my knowledge.

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 social activities often and networking events for all apprentices.

9/10

9a. Would you recommend Mott MacDonald to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

They value you as an apprentice but also a part of the team. I have just as much input as anyone else on the team. And have been very supportive for work and apprenticeship work.

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

Look to the projects they have. Would you be potentially involved?