I would say there are two

1. The decision in my final year of college on the path I wanted to take – I knew exactly the areas of work I didn’t want to partake in, but I was open to any opportunity that came my way

When applying for the graduate programme first day I would say my friends and family influenced me.

I made the most of my time on the Graduate Programme and utilised all the networks I made throughout no matter what department or level of seniority they may have been.

Normally I have meetings and presentations throughout the day with my team where we work through analysis and draw conclusions from the data that is provided. I will then reply to any emails in between these meetings.

Analysing Big data, presentations, and managing expectations are definitely my main tasks and responsibilities.

The main challenges for me are managing expectations of those to whom I am presenting data and analysis as people can have differing or conflicting views.

I get to work with people from the full Musgrave network.

Some days working from home can be difficult as something simple like asking someone a quick question becomes a task in itself, trying to find time between online meetings.

Problem solving and team work are definitely two of my strongest skills which are incredibly important for Musgrave.

I’ve always really enjoyed any Maths based subjects, so this really suits my current role for the analysis side of things.

I finished my leaving certificate in 2015 and went straight into first year in UCC that following September where I studied Commerce International with German for 4 years, during this time I also got the opportunity to study abroad for 10 months as part of Erasmus. I do try and upskill as much as possible too.

The ability to do group project work and presentations

Being nominated for the Musgrave Graduate of the Year by one of my colleagues.

I’m flexible and a team player and able to react to a fast-paced environment. 

A successful manager within the supply chain networ.

Absolutely. I get the best of both worlds. I work from home and do analysis myself, but also have the opportunity to go to different sites across Cork, Kildare and Belfast and meet new people.

Take every opportunity that comes your way, don’t be afraid of a challenge. Don’t be afraid to throw yourself into things, you’ll learn on the job.

Team work, self confidence and adaptability.

I have just begun the Green Belt in Lean Supply Chain Management, which will definitely help me in my current role, this is a programme Musgrave offer jointly with UCC. I have also begun a 4-week Project Management course to understand the basics of this. Later on, I would like to go back and do a Masters to help me with my future roles, but that will be another few years down the line.

Any retail or hospitality experience. 

Supply Chain Analyst