Sales Adviser Apprentice

Stark Danmark A/S; Newcastle-under-Lyme; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee benefits

Colleague discounts

Job summary

Stark Danmark A/S, part of Jewson Partnership Solutions, is seeking a Sales Adviser Apprentice based in Newcastle-under-Lyme. You will learn sales and customer service in a busy builders' merchant environment, working Monday to Friday from 7:30am to 4:30pm.

Earn while you learn and gain a nationally recognised qualification, with support from experienced mentors. You will develop product knowledge, process sales orders, assist customers, and build relationships with suppliers as you work toward

Qualifications

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths or A Levels, or willingness to work towards them.
• No previous experience required; potential, attitude and willingness to learn are valued.

Responsibilities

• Providing excellent customer service to customers.
• Assisting with product selection and enquiries.
• Processing sales orders and quotations and all administrative tasks.
• Supporting stock management and merchandising activities.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

IT skills

Education

GCSE English and Maths or A Levels

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Sales Advisor Apprentice – Jewson Partnership Solutions Based in Newcastle-under-Lyme Mon to Fri (7.30am to 4.30pm) Are you looking to start an exciting career in sales and customer service? Do you enjoy working with people and learning new skills? We're looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Sales Adviser Apprentice to join our team and develop a successful career within one of the UK's leading builders' merchants. Jewson Partnership Solutions (JPS) is a brand within Stark UK which specialises in providing solutions for our customers in the Public Sector predominately Housing Associations and Local Authorities. We operate numerous supply solutions across the UK where certain contracts incorporate a dedicated distribution store and a solution to provide van stocks and a wide range of building maintenance materials including plumbing, electrical and ironmongery. Our JPS contracts are buoyant and busy outlets solely focused on our contract with the local council or housing association. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience, earn while you learn, and achieve a nationally recognised qualification whilst working in a fast‑paced trade environment.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Providing excellent customer service to customers
• Assisting with product selection and enquiries
• Developing product knowledge across building materials and construction supplies
• Processing sales orders and quotations and all aspects of administration
• Supporting stock management and merchandising activities
• Building positive relationships with our customer and suppliers
• Learning how to identify sales opportunities and maximise branch performance
• Understanding health and safety procedures within the branch
• Working towards achieving your apprenticeship qualification

What We’re Looking For

• Someone Who Has a positive attitude and eagerness to learn
• Enjoys communicating with customers, colleagues and building relationships
• Has good organisational and teamwork skills
• Is confident using computers and learning new systems
• Demonstrates reliability, enthusiasm, and a strong work ethic
• Has qualifications i.e. GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths or A Levels or is willing to work towards achieving them if required. The role may also be of interest to a college leaver who is looking to gain experience in the workplace. No previous experience is necessary. We value potential, attitude, and a willingness to develop.

What You’ll Gain

• A recognised apprenticeship qualification
• Structured training and development
• Hands‑on experience within a successful builders' merchant business
• Support from experienced colleagues and mentors
• Career progression opportunities upon successful completion of the apprenticeship
• Employee benefits and colleague discounts
• The opportunity to build a long‑term career in sales, customer service, and the construction supply industry

Why Join Us?

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. We invest in developing talent and creating opportunities for colleagues to grow their careers. As a Sales Adviser Apprentice, you'll gain valuable experience, develop industry knowledge, and become part of a supportive and inclusive team.

STARK Building Materials UK comprises 14 brands, including one of the UK’s leading builders’ merchants Jewson, along with JP Corry and Normans, specialist brands Minster and Jewson Civils Frazer, as well as major timber importer and distributor, International Timber. With over 600 dedicated builders merchant branches and distribution centres, this makes us one of the UK’s largest retailers and distributors of building and construction materials. However, more importantly, our dedicated team and the high-quality products we offer make us trusted, expert partners to the industry. Together, we give our customers hassle‑free access to the market‑leading, sustainable solutions they need to build responsibly for the future.

At STARK Building Materials UK, we are known for our building distribution, but in reality, it is our colleagues that drive our business forward. All around the UK, in our branches, warehouses and offices, our team give everything to make building better for our customers. We value our customers, the communities we work in and the colleagues in our team, who collectively build our business to ever greater heights every day. We strive to create a workplace where all colleagues feel safe and empowered to do their best and are comfortable to bring their true selves to work every day. We are proud that we offer all our colleagues a great place to work.