Trade Supplier Apprentice (Gateshead NE11)

Summary of the apprenticeship role:

As a trade supplier apprentice, you will be working in all aspects of the business, from stock control, customer service and sales. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone like you to start your career in the Electrical Wholesale sector.

We are looking for a highly motivated apprentice to join our busy branch.

After full training, responsibilities will include:

Managing stock in and out Picking and packing customer orders Liaising with customers on the trade counter Store transfers & stock control Completing the sales paperwork in the office Raising quotations Taking payments Sales calls to customers/suppliers Processing orders on the computer system Answering customer enquiries

Training:
As an apprentice, you will complete a Trade Supplier Level 2 qualification with a national training provider Your apprenticeship training will focus on your job, is completed at the workplace, and you will be allocated a tutor and a study session in your working week

Components of the Trade Supplier Level 2 Apprenticeship:

Competence/Knowledge-based qualification Functional Skills - maths/English (if required) End Point Assessment – Final Knowledge Test, Observation and Discussion Apprentices without Level 1 English and maths must achieve this level and take the test for level 2 before taking the end-point assessment

Training Outcome:

Excellent opportunity for the right person upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.  

Employer Description:
We have been experts in electrical appliances since 1988 As a manufacturer of product with a portfolio of multichannel brands, Bluestem Group operates in several sales channels; supporting independent and national retailers, wholesalers and distributors as well as B2B and facilities management.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 5.00pm with 1 hour lunch.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Organisation skills,Number skills,Physical fitness,Timekeeping,Eager to gain a qualification