Sales Data Estimator Apprentice (Level 3) - Petrarch Panels

Tiro; Leamington Hastings CP; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading apprenticeship program at Tiro as a Technical Sales Estimator Apprentice. You'll receive in-depth training while working with Petrarch Panels, focusing on developing skills in data management, customer interaction, and technical sales processes. This role offers a great opportunity for career development in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Regular training and CPD opportunities

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Tech-savvy with a strong interest in data management.
• Customer-focused, able to build relationships.
• Motivated to learn and capable of multi-tasking.

Responsibilities

• Speak with customers to answer technical queries on products.
• Process orders and prepare quotations.
• Manage project schedules and customer communications.

Skills

Customer Focus

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

No formal qualifications required

Job description

Department: Digital Apprenticeship - Data L3

Location: Hastings

Compensation: £18,000 / year

Description

Location: Unit 5, 5 Wainwright Cl, Hastings, Saint Leonards-on-sea TN38 9PP

Working for Petrarch Panels

In today’s demanding world, architecture must fulfil so many needs and take on numerous roles. From energy efficiency and ever rigid safety standards, to durability, creativity and of course value for money. The ‘must-have’ checklist is increasingly longer. As a result, architectural product manufacturers and architectural product designers are constantly raising their game – introducing unique and technically advanced cladding materials, to deliver on this demand.

At Petrarch Panels we’re proud to present a range of premium cladding and framing solutions which enable designers and architects to realise their creative visions.

Located in Hastings, the successful apprentice will be working with leading experts to develop their skills and knowledge within data management and sales!

The Package

• Starting salary: £18,000 per annum (increasing to National Minimum/Living Wage after 12 months if applicable)
• Working hours: Monday to Friday, 8am – 4.30pm with 1hr lunch break
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Regular training and CPD opportunities
  
  

What will I be doing as a Technical Sales Estimator Apprentice?

In this role, you will speak with customers and clients on a daily basis, answering technical enquiries both on the phone and in writing, processing stock enquiries via the in-house computer system, preparing quotations and take-offs and managing the call off schedules for projects.

This is an office based full time role and the successful apprentice will have a full in-house training programme to enable them to handle a range of project enquiries and to manage live projects both in terms of commercial and technical aspects.

• Gain good product knowledge of the types of cladding materials and fixing systems available to be able to give sound technical advice to customers.
• To communicate with architects, specifiers, contractors and others with a pleasant, professional telephone manner and via computer/ email ensuring correct sales procedures are followed.
• Deal promptly and efficiently with customer enquiries regarding the processing of their orders, quotations, enquiries and other administrative tasks relating to the Sales and Customer Service processes, Technical and Quotation processes.
• Process technical and estimating enquiries received by telephone, e-mail or videocall, ensuring that all enquiries and quotations are processed in a timely fashion.
• Complete take offs and prepare quotations using Architectural drawing package to include plans, elevations, sections, & details that have been sent into the company. Convert quotation to order and highlight programmes and lead times to customer
• Process sales orders and liaise with the operations team with regards to production, fabrication and delivery requirements.
• Project manage customer orders once placed to ensure on time in full deliveries in line with customer programmes.
• Organise literature and product samples as required.
• Provide support to the external sales and technical teams as required.
• Complete any ad-hoc or project related duties requested by the Estimating Manager.
  
  

What could the future look like?

There’s no limit to what you can achieve while working with Petrarch Panels. Their team is at the heart of what they do, and they are looking for someone who wants to play a key part in that long term.

Through ‘on-the-job’ training you’ll have the opportunity to learn new skills to provide competency and responsibility in carrying out testing and to help develop your career.

Skills, Knowledge, and Experience

About You

We’re looking for someone who is tech savvy, loves analysing data, finding patterns and extracting stories from that data!

You'll be someone who is customer-focused, with the ability to build strong working relationships. You'll curious, analytical, and detail-driven. A confident approach to speaking with customers over the phone, email and in person is a must.

You'll need to be motivated to learn, resilient, enjoy problem solving and be able to think on your feet whilst juggling multiple responsibilities.

If you hold previous experience in customer service, sales or administration - even better!

Please note, for this position you must be aged 18+ and able to reliably commute to site within 45 minutes.

Experience


We’re not only interested in previous experience—we’re looking for someone with the right mindset to thrive at Petrarch Panels. If you’re passionate about working with data, eager to learn, and excited about contributing to a team, you could be a great fit.

Qualifications


It’s not just about formal qualifications—it’s about potential. We welcome applicants who can demonstrate a strong interest in data management and analysis, along with a basic understanding of data quality and accuracy. Good communication skills, confidence to ask for help when needed, and the ability to stay organized and adapt to new technologies are all important. Most of all, we’re looking for someone who is self-motivated and eager to keep learning on the job.

So how does the apprenticeship work?

At Tiro we’re obsessed with changing lives through science and technology apprenticeships so we can’t wait to have you on board.

Over 15 months, you’ll devote a minimum of 6 hours of your working week on ‘off the job’ training. This can include theory training (for example, virtual lessons & online learning), alongside practical training (for example shadowing, mentoring, & time spent writing assignments. Together this will count towards a Level 3 Data Driven Professionals apprenticeship. You’ll be trained by an expert tutor from Tiro as well as an experienced mentor at Petrarch Panels who together, will make sure you develop the knowledge, skills, and work habits you’ll need to succeed in your career. Being an apprentice is hands-on, so you’ll get the chance to learn things you might otherwise not have experienced in a university or college environment.

The best part? You’ll be earning a salary while you gain your qualifications, meaning no huge student loans to pay back at the end of the programme!

Eligibility

While we never want to hinder your job application process with obstacles, there are some minimum requirements you’ll need to meet in order to do an apprenticeship, these are rules set by the UK Government.

As a training provider, we are committed to ensuring that our apprenticeship programs deliver significant new knowledge and skills. To be eligible, applicants must demonstrate that the program will provide learning and experiences beyond their current qualifications and professional expertise.

If you already hold a Level 3, degree or equivalent higher-level qualification in a closely related field, or possess substantial relevant experience, you may not be eligible for apprenticeship funding, as these programmes are designed for individuals who require upskilling or reskilling in their chosen career pathway.

You’ll need to be over 18, not in full time education, have lived in the UK for 3 years and have the right to work in the UK.

If you don’t quite meet these minimum requirements yet, let us know you’re interested here and we’ll get in touch to discuss this further with you.