Graduate Trainee Area Sales Manager

Joining this graduate sales training scheme in Bournemouth, you will learn about this market-leading electrical products business from the ground up, developing an understanding of how each department plays a significant role in their success. You'll receive a well-rounded training experience as well as completing a fully funded accredited sales qualification that covers customer understanding, product knowledge, market and competitor insight, rapport building, negotiation, presentation skills, business development and more. You'll be working for UK's largest and most successful electrical wholesaler with annual sales of more than £1.3 billion. Trading from over 380 locations, the company employs over 4,000 staff and has more than 100,000 customers nationwide. They have a vast customer range including local authorities, schools and hospitals, electrical contracting companies and even the Queen (being royal warrant holders). Role Responsibilities Upon joining this graduate sales training scheme, you will learn about the running of the business, their product range and develop valuable commercial skills that will benefit you for years to come. You will be mentored by a senior manager, many of whom started out on this graduate programme themselves. As a Graduate Trainee Area Sales Manager, you will: Build and develop relationships with B2B customers face-to-face Maximise the profitability of your accounts and win new business Use your product knowledge and customer service skills to promote the company as a supplier of choice Negotiate deals over the phone and in-person Rewards The package for this graduate sales role includes: A starting salary of £20,000 - £24,000 Your share of the company's profits in the form of a lucrative uncapped bonus Extensive training on the company, their products and the industry Continuous 'on the job' training and professional development Company car (after initial training period) Pension scheme 25 days paid holiday per year Opportunities to progress and build a successful career Requirements To be successful in this Graduate Trainee Area Sales Manager role, you should be: A well-presented, sales-focused graduate Passionate about pursuing a career in business management within a sales environment An excellent communicator and networker Tenacious, driven and money-motivated Able to build strong relationships with a wide variety of people Think you've got what it takes? Don't miss out - apply today to find out more