Supply Chain Intern Review

by L'Oreal

Best Student Employer

Rating

4.9/5
  • Skills
    5.0
  • Responsibilities
    5.0
  • Support & Guidance
    5.0
  • Culture
    5.0
  • Your Impressions
    4.3

    Overview

  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis.
  • My responsibilities encompass a collaborative approach to order fulfillment, ensuring timely delivery to our valued customers. This involves close coordination with internal and external stakeholders, including Sales, Supply Chain, Credit, Supply Planning, Launch Planning, and Physical distribution teams. Order Processing and Management Supply Optimisation Logistics Coordination: Communication and Reporting Post-Delivery Support Continuous Improvement


    Skills

  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills, or developed your existing skills?
  • I've honed my collaboration and communication skills through daily interaction with diverse teams. My problem-solving abilities have grown from navigating order discrepancies and finding solutions for on-time delivery. I've also become adept at data analysis, identifying trends, and using that information to improve customer service and internal processes.


  • How would you rate the training provided during your experience?
  • 5/5

  • How would you rate your development of industry-specific skills during the experience?
  • 5/5

  • How would you rate your development of personal / soft skills during the experience?
  • 5/5

  • Please rate how these skills have helped you in your career development
  • 5/5

    Responsibilities

  • 3. Were you given much responsibility during your placement / internship?
  • I was entrusted with complete ownership of the order-to-delivery process. This encompassed managing customer orders, proactively addressing any challenges, and ensuring timely delivery. My decisions directly impacted customer satisfaction and required me to utilize my initiative and problem-solving skills daily.


  • Please rate how meaningful the work you were doing was
  • 5/5

    Support & Guidance

  • 4. How much support and guidance did you receive during your placement / internship?
  • My manager and colleagues cultivated a supportive environment, always available to offer guidance and expertise. Weekly one-on-one meetings with my manager provided invaluable feedback and fostered open communication, enabling me to continuously learn and refine my skills.


  • How would you rate the support and guidance from your line manager?
  • 5/5

  • How would you rate the support and guidance from the wider team?
  • 5/5

    Culture

  • 5. What was the company culture and general atmosphere like?
  • The team fostered a positive and encouraging work environment. I was empowered to take ownership and learn from my mistakes, knowing I had the full support of my colleagues and manager. This created a safe space for growth and development, leading to increased confidence and expertise.


  • How would you rate the inclusiveness of the culture?
  • 5/5

  • How would you rate the social opportunities?
  • 5/5

  • How would you rate the diversity initiatives?
  • 5/5

  • How would you rate the charity, sustainability and corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives?
  • 5/5

    Your Impressions

  • 6. To what extent did you enjoy your placement / internship?
  • I truly enjoyed the fast-paced nature of this role and the opportunity to collaborate with various teams. The steep learning curve allowed me to develop valuable skills in communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management, making it a rewarding and enriching experience.


  • Please rate your level of enjoyment on your placement / internship
  • 5/5

  • Please rate how your experience met your expectations
  • 4/5

  • Please rate the future employment prospects at L'Oreal
  • 4/5

  • 7. Would you recommend L'Oreal to a friend?
  • Yes


  • 8. What advice would you give to others applying to L'Oreal
  • To land this exciting opportunity, thorough research on L'OrĂ©al and the role is essential. Apply early to demonstrate your eagerness and don't be afraid to let your genuine personality shine through! Authenticity is key to making a memorable impression.


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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Business Operations

North West

June 2024


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