Graduate Trainee - Sales & Business Management

Bridgewater Resources UK ,
Southampton, Hampshire
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £20,000 per annum

Overview

A market-leading £1.3 billion group, known for being the premier league in their sector, are looking for a business-minded and target-driven graduate to join their business in Southampton as a Graduate Trainee. Selling a wide range of electrical products sourced from leading manufacturers, you'll be joining a dynamic industry that is competitive, social and successful. The business you'll be joining is the UK's leading distributor of branded electrical equipment to trade and industry. With over 4,000 employees across the UK, they believe their people are their greatest and most valuable asset. Their team deliver excellent customer service and product solutions to a broad customer base ranging from small local 'one-man-band' electricians to large multi-national mechanical and electrical contracting companies. Role Responsibilities As a Graduate Trainee in sales and business management, you will: Learn about key areas of the business, market and the company's product range which includes lighting, cabling, wiring accessories, control and automation, ventilation, water heating, emergency lighting and fire detection and security access control, to name a few. Complete a professional sales qualification which will equip you with all of the tools and skills needed to thrive in a successful sales career. Build strong relationships with and deliver excellent customer service to new and existing B2B clients. Manage current sales accounts, spot opportunities for growth and maximise profitability. Progress to a field sales position where you will meet customers face-to-face and proactively win new business. 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 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