How did you end up in this job?

Towards completion of my degree I decided that I did not want to work in the chemical research industry however, I wanted to use the transferable skills I developed throughout my education and have a practical element to the job. Working in supply chain requires teamwork, communication, data analysis, presenting and critical thinking skills as well as working in a ‘hands on’ way.

What’s the best thing about your job?

The opportunity to experience and learn about a variety of different aspects of supply chain and the company as a whole. Working with a variety of people and forming a good network for career development.

What was your starting salary?

£30,000

How long have you been doing your job?

3 months

Where do you see yourself in five years time?

I hope to be in a leadership role in the company after completing the graduate program at CCEP. At the moment, I think that I would like to go into sustainability but I would also like to have a part in EDI.

If you could give your 16 year old self some career advice, what would it be?

Don’t worry that you don’t know what you want to do as a career yet just keep and open mind and believe in yourself!