Graduate Sales & Business Management Trainee

Bridgewater Resources UK Ltd; Galway; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Bridgewater Resources UK Ltd in Ireland invites recent graduates to join its graduate training programme designed to develop the next generation of sales leaders in the electrical equipment trade. You will rotate through operations, warehousing, logistics, and customer-facing roles while learning about manufacturers and the distribution industry.

The first year features two pay rises and a starting salary of €33,500, with progression into internal sales and management opportunities as you travel

Responsibilities

• Develop core knowledge of how the business operates: warehouse, logistics, supply chain, admin, IT software, and marketing.
• Get hands-on with the product range; learn about manufacturers and the electrical distribution industry.
• Start building relationships, making deals, and advising customers face-to-face over the trade counter (electricians, contractors, tradespeople).
• Begin formal sales training and network with other Graduate Trainees across the company.
• Complete workbook assessments; receive financial incentives for each to a required standard.
• Receive a starting salary of €33,500 with two pay rises in your first year.

Job description

Are you a recent graduate with a passion for business and the drive to succeed? The UK and Ireland’s largest supplier of electrical equipment to business and trade customers is offering an exciting opportunity to join their comprehensive graduate programme designed to cultivate the next generation of sales leaders and managers.

About the Company

The company you’ll be joining recognises the importance of nurturing talent and building a strong succession plan. Their graduate sales and business management programme was established over a decade ago to bring in bright and ambitious graduates who are eager to learn about business operations. They seek individuals who are money-motivated and aspire to become effective salespeople and future managers. It’s an exciting time to join the business in Ireland, as they have big plans for expansion and new acquisitions this year.

Graduate Training Programme: First 6 months

• Develop a core knowledge of how the business operates – warehouse, logistics, supply chain, administration, IT software, and marketing.
• Get hands-on with the vast product range and learn about different manufacturers and the electrical distribution industry.
• Start building relationships, making deals and advising customers face-to-face over the trade counter e.g. electricians, contractors and tradespeople.
• Begin your formal sales training course and network with other Graduate Trainees from across the company.
• Complete workbook assessments to underpin your learning and development and receive financial incentives for each one passed to a required standard.
• Receive a starting salary of €33,500 with two pay rises in your first year.

6-12 months

• Move to internal sales account management, engaging with business customers over the phone e.g. construction companies, local government authorities, housing developers and hotels.
• Learn business development strategies and how to target and win new trading accounts.

12 months and beyond

• Progress to a diverse business-to-business field sales management position, with increased earning potential and bigger bonuses.
• Travel locally in your company car, meeting clients, discussing projects, and arranging social activities.
• Work towards running your own business in the group, learning about staff management, purchasing, profit and loss, etc. The business operates in a decentralised manner, allowing local managers to make informed decisions that drive the business forward.

Please note, a full driving licence is required for this role.