Trade Sales and Service Apprentice

Howdens; Leigh; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discount

Pension

Paid holidays

Job summary

Howdens is offering an apprentice position at the Leigh-on-Sea Depot in Essex. The role involves serving trade customers in person and by phone, building relationships, and learning our product range across kitchens, joinery, and materials.

The apprenticeship lasts 12–15 months with a Level 2 Trade Supplier pathway and dedicated mentoring. You will receive Maths & English support if needed, a mentor, and guidance from a supportive Depot Manager.

Qualifications

• Attitude and potential important over experience.
• Friendly, confident and keen to learn and get stuck in.
• Reliable and organised.
• Long-term career mindset beyond a single job.

Responsibilities

• Serve trade customers face-to-face and over the phone.
• Build relationships and support sales.
• Learn product range (kitchens, joinery, materials).
• Support stock control and deliveries.
• Develop confidence in a fast-paced depot environment.

Skills

Attitude and potential

Friendly

Confident

Reliable

Organised

Education

Level 2 Trade Supplier Apprenticeship

Job description

**Build your future and launch your career with Howdens** Forget the typical 9–5. At Howdens, you’ll be part of a busy, hands-on team from day one, learning, earning, and building a career with real progression. For many of our apprentices, this role is where it all begins, building the confidence, skills and relationships to progress into sales and depot leadership. We’re proud to be a UK Top 100 Apprenticeship Employer, and we’re looking for someone motivated to join us. **About the Apprenticeship** * Location: Leigh-on-Sea Depot | Essex* £16,686 salary plus team incentives* Level 2 Trade Supplier Apprenticeship* Duration: 12–15 months (Level 2 Apprenticeship)* Support to achieve Maths & English (if needed)* A dedicated mentor and supportive Depot Manager* Staff discount, pension, and paid holidays **What you will be doing** * Serving trade customers face-to-face and over the phone* Building relationships and supporting sales* Learning our product range (kitchens, joinery, materials)* Supporting stock control and deliveries* Developing confidence in a fast-paced depot environment **Who we’re looking for** * We hire for attitude and potential, not experience* Friendly, confident and keen to learn and get stuck in* Reliable and organised* Looking for a long-term career, not just a job **Where this role can take you** * Trade Counter Sales* Business Development* Kitchen Design* Depot Management **Ready to get started?** **Apply today and take your first step with Howdens.** Your application will be carefully reviewed, and we’ll be in touch to let you know the next steps. If you’re shortlisted, a member of our recruitment team will contact you to discuss your application further. **Please note:** Due to the high volume of applications we receive, this vacancy may close earlier than the advertised closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.## **About Howdens:** Howdens Joinery is a highly successful FTSE 100 business, with more than 900 depots nationwide and more than 11,000 staff. Last year our sales reached circa 2.3bn, and we continue to experience significant growth and success. Despite our scale, Howdens remains a local business with traditional values. There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment. That, along with a competitive salary, development opportunities, and exciting rewards, are among the reasons why our people enjoy working for Howdens – and why we have been named one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For.Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We’re working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email [e-mail] with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you.*Please note that candidates applying for this role must have a valid right to work in the UK, we do not offer sponsorship of employment for any depot positions at this time. We appreciate your understanding.*