Company: ASDA
Role: Department Manager
Originally from Slovakia, Simona began in the Birchwood store but was keen to experience the distribution site and so transferred to Warrington, where she began work as a step-up colleague. She was quickly promoted to a department manager role.
“I’m only 22, but nobody has ever told me I’m too young to do anything here, which I really enjoy. I also enjoy the opportunity to mentor other apprentices and give them the confidence to know that here, everything is possible, no matter who you are or where you come from.”
Despite her rapid progress, Simona hopes it’s just the beginning.
“I want to go higher and climb the ladder. I’ve now got experience in both retail and distribution, so what’s really attractive to me is the prospect of working at ASDA House.”
With that in mind, Simona next step is likely a data analyst apprenticeship at ASDA House.