Graduate Sales & Business Management Trainee

Bridgewater Resources UK; Bletchley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supplier of electrical equipment in the UK is seeking a Graduate Sales & Business Management Trainee for their comprehensive graduate programme. This opportunity is designed to cultivate future sales leaders and managers, with responsibilities including learning business operations, engaging in internal sales, and progressing to field sales management. Candidates must possess excellent communication skills, a positive attitude, and a full UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• A full UK driving licence is required for this role.
• Graduates must have a passion for sales and building relationships.

Responsibilities

• Develop core knowledge of business operations including logistics, supply chain, and marketing.
• Engage with business customers over the phone.
• Progress to a business-to-business field sales management position.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Positive attitude

Persuasiveness

Networking skills

Education

Recent graduate

Job description

Graduate Sales & Business Management Trainee

Are you a recent graduate with a positive attitude and excellent communication skills? The UK's largest supplier of electrical equipment to business and trade customers is offering an exciting opportunity to join their comprehensive graduate programme designed to cultivate the next generation of influential sales leaders and managers.

About the Company

The company you'll be joining recognises the importance of nurturing talent and building a strong succession plan. Their graduate sales and business management programme was established over a decade ago to bring in bright and ambitious graduates who are eager to learn about business operations and building strong business relationships. They seek persuasive individuals who aspire to become effective salespeople and future managers.

Graduate Training Programme: First 6 months

• Develop a core knowledge of how the business operates - warehouse, logistics, supply chain, administration, IT software, and marketing.
• Get hands-on with the vast product range and learn about different manufacturers and the electrical distribution industry.
• Start building relationships, making deals and advising customers face-to-face over the trade counter e.g. electricians, contractors and tradespeople.
• Begin your formal sales training course and network with other Graduate Trainees from across the company.
• Complete workbook assessments to underpin your learning and development and receive financial incentives for each one passed to a required standard.

6-12 months

• Move to internal sales account management, engaging with business customers over the phone e.g. construction companies, local government authorities, housing developers and hotels.
• Learn business development strategies and how to target and win new trading accounts.

12 months and beyond

• Progress to a diverse business-to-business field sales management position, with increased earning potential and bigger bonuses.
• Travel locally in your company car, meeting clients, discussing projects, and arranging social activities.
• Work towards running your own business in the group, learning about staff management, purchasing, profit and loss, etc. The business operates in a decentralised manner, allowing local managers to make informed decisions that drive the business forward.

Apply Today to Find Out More

If you're ready to kick-start your career in a company that values innovation, autonomy, and career development, this is the graduate program for you. We seek graduates who are optimistic, talkative and skilled networkers. If you have a passion for sales and the ability to build lasting relationships, apply today!

Please note, a full UK driving licence is required for this role.

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