Apprentice Hire & Sales Coordinator

GAP Group Ltd; Ashford; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hire and sales firm is seeking an Apprentice Hire & Sales Co-ordinator to join its 2-Year Apprenticeship Programme. The programme provides on-the-job training and NVQ Level 2 qualifications in Hire Desk Operations. Successful candidates will develop skills in customer service, stock control, sales management, and back-office administration while earning a competitive salary. This role is based in Ashford, England.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus scheme

Up to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Option to buy up to 5 additional leave days

Contributory Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

Employee Welfare Fund

Cycle to Work Scheme

Health & Wellness initiatives

Qualifications

• A keen interest in customer service and sales is essential.
• Good communication and IT skills are required.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Enroll in the NVQ Level 2 in Hire Desk Operations.
• Run an effective hire desk including stock control and purchasing.
• Drive sales and manage customer queries effectively.

Skills

Keen interest in customer service and sales

High level of attention to detail and accuracy

Good communication skills

Good IT skills

Education

4 GCSE Grades C / D

Job description

Overview

GAP Group Apprentices are a key in ensuring our Depots have the right level of expertise, today, tomorrow and in future.

As an Apprentice Hire & Sales Co-ordinator (HSC) you will be enrolled in a blended learning programme where you will gain NVQ Level 2 in Hire Desk Operations through a mixture of on the job experience and online training through a leading training provider.

Our 2 Year Apprenticeship Programme covers all the essential skills and principles you will need to become a HSC and you'll learn how to run an effective hire desk, including stock control and purchasing, driving sales and managing customer queries effectively whilst co-ordinating drivers to ensure customers' needs are met. You'll also study everything from customer service and sales skills to back office administration and credit control of a high-performing hire desk.

Compensation

• Apprentices under 18 joining our programme you will be required to work a maximum of 39 hours per week with a starting salary of £15,361 per annum.
• Apprentices over 18 joining our programme you will be required to work a maximum of 42.5 hours per week with a starting salary of £16,736 per annum.
• After successful completion of Year 1 you will automatically be placed on the National Minimum Wage rate for your age group.

Qualifications

• 4 GCSE Grades C / D
• A keen interest in customer service and sales
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy
• Good communication and IT skills

Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme
• Up to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• The option to buy up to 5 days additional leave
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Employee Welfare Fund (Company-funded social events)
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Health & Wellness (Well-being Hub, Employee Assistance Helpline, Annual Flu Jab, Eye Tests)

So what next?

If you fit the profile and are up for the challenge, we would love to hear from you!
To apply all you need to do is upload your CV and complete our short application form and we'll take it from there.

GAP GROUP IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER