Sales Assistant - Placement Year

Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive group in Farnborough seeks a motivated National Sales Assistant for a 13-month placement. The role involves competitor analysis, sales stock reporting, and supporting quarterly campaigns. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented with strong interpersonal skills and proficiency in Excel. This position offers a competitive salary of £25,300 and a work-life balance with 37.5 hours/week.

Benefits

Competitive salary

27 days holiday per annum

Attractive pension scheme

Subsidised on-site restaurant

Access to employee discounts

Qualifications

• Proven track record of managing multiple tasks.
• Exceptional attention to detail for report accuracy.
• Excellent communication skills for engaging with various levels.

Responsibilities

• Conduct competitor reporting and analysis.
• Identify competitor performance trends.
• Take ownership of National Sales stock reporting.
• Assist in developing quarterly sales campaigns.
• Organize Tactical Quarterly webinar and Insight Booklet.
• Support KPI reporting and action planning.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Interpersonal Skills

Technical Proficiency in Excel

Education

Interest in business or economics

Job description

Overview

BMW UK, National Sales Centre, Farnborough - Sales Assistant - 13 Month Placement (July 2026). We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented National Sales Assistant to join our Business Development team. In this role, you will collaborate with Area Managers and internal stakeholders to achieve business sales targets and effectively deliver national sales offers. Your analytical skills and organizational abilities will be essential in driving our sales initiatives forward.

We believe in creating an environment where interns can learn by doing and are given responsibilities from day one. Our experts will treat you as part of the team and encourage you to bring your own ideas to the table.

Our Summit ONE in Farnborough is home to the National Sales Company for the BMW Group in the UK, as well as BMW Group Financial Services which offers retailers, corporate and private customers a range of customised financial services. Alphabet (GB) Ltd. is also located in Farnborough, and BMW Financial Services and Alphabet were brought together in November 2020 to stay relevant to our customers and succeed in a rapidly changing business environment.

Responsibilities

• Competitor Reporting & Analysis: Conduct comprehensive competitor reporting and analysis, reviewing and presenting the latest offers from core competitors. Monitor monthly price points, sales performance, and marketing actions to inform strategic decisions.
• Trend Identification: Identify and report on competitor performance trends derived from competitor analysis, contributing to the quarterly tactical planning process.
• Sales Stock Reporting: Take ownership of the National Sales stock reporting, identifying trends and providing insights to guide sales incentives and strategies.
• Campaign Support: Assist the Tactical Manager in the development of quarterly sales campaigns by providing data-driven insights from stock and competitor reporting.
• Webinar and Insight Booklet Organization: Organize and create the Tactical Quarterly webinar and Retailer Insight Booklet, ensuring effective communication of key information to stakeholders.
• KPI Reporting & Action Planning: Collaborate with Area Managers and the Retailer Performance Centre team to support KPI reporting and action planning, driving performance improvements across the organization.

Qualifications and Experience

• Organizational Skills: Strong organizational abilities with a proven track record of managing multiple tasks with varying timelines and objectives.
• Attention to Detail: Exceptional attention to detail to ensure the accuracy of key reports and analyses.
• Interpersonal Skills: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with various levels of the organization.
• Educational Background: An interest in business or economics is preferred.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.

Why choose us?

• Great Pay – A competitive annual salary of £25,300, 27 days holiday per annum (pro rata to your contract) and an attractive pension scheme.
• Rewarding Work-Life Balance – Contracted working hours are 37.5 hours a week, Monday to Friday, helping you develop a fulfilling work-life balance.
• Exciting Additional Benefits – You will have the opportunity to enjoy other employee benefits, including a subsidised on-site restaurant and access to our Advantages scheme which gives you a range of offers and discounts.

What do you need to do now?

Apply early as we operate rolling recruitment—applications may close earlier if we receive sufficient interest. The process includes online testing, an assessment centre, and a virtual interview with the hiring manager.

• Returning to studies for at least 6 months after the placement.
• Proof of legal right to work in the UK.

At the BMW Group, we place great importance on equal treatment and equal opportunities. Our recruiting decisions are based on the personality, experience, and skills of the applicants.