Trainee Account Executive - Unlimited Commission & Growth

Apprentify; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training program

Career progression

Job summary

Apprentify in the West Midlands is seeking a motivated Trainee Account Executive to join our growing team in the shipping and logistics sector. This full sales-cycle role gives you ownership of your pipeline—from prospecting through to closing and account development.

No prior sales or logistics experience is required; we provide a 12-month training program, ongoing support, and a clear path for progression.

Qualifications

• Confident, personable, and professional communicator.
• Motivated by targets, incentives, and career progression.
• Ability to work independently and manage your own territory.
• Experience working towards KPIs or targets (sales or non-sales backgrounds considered).
• Full UK driving licence (essential).
• A proactive and resilient mindset with a strong work ethic.
• No prior sales or logistics experience is required; full training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full sales cycle from lead generation to close and ongoing account management
• Identify and win new business opportunities within the assigned territory
• Conduct face-to-face client meetings across the West Midlands
• Build strong, long-term relationships with new and existing customers
• Understand client logistics needs and present tailored solutions
• Work towards and exceed KPI and revenue targets
• Maintain accurate records of pipeline activity and sales forecasts

Skills

Confident communicator

Targets-driven

Independent worker

KPI aware

Full UK driving licence

Proactive mindset

Job description

Apprentify in the West Midlands is seeking a motivated Trainee Account Executive to join our growing team in the shipping and logistics sector. This full sales-cycle role gives you ownership of your pipeline—from prospecting through to closing and account development.

No prior sales or logistics experience is required; we provide a 12-month training program, ongoing support, and a clear path for progression.