Parts Commercial Apprentice

Around 1 in 3 trucks on the road are DAFs meaning we play a massive part in keeping the wheels of business turning in the UK, Europe and beyond.

The role sits within the PACCAR Parts department responsible for the sales and marketing of truck parts to Fleet and Retail customers through a network of around 130 dealers across the UK. It will provide you with hands on experience of Business Intelligence and Reporting, Pricing and Marketing, as well as exposure to Product Management and Sales.  

Duties will include:

Maintenance and development of parts sales reports Produce and circulate daily and monthly performance reports to the dealer network and regional sales management team Assist Parts Business Management team Monthly and Biannual price reviews Assist Parts Business Management Team with National and Dealer contract special price files Undertake pricing and margin analysis Produce ad-hoc business reports to support the Management Team, Product Managers and Regional Sales Managers Monitor and analyse performance and identify areas for further analysis Working with business planning in the development and future maintenance of new parts reporting Undertake ad-hoc tasks from Parts Business Manager, Parts Management team, Regional Managers and Product Managers Support administration requirements of Product Management and Pricing teams Identify and recommend opportunities for efficiency improvements to product management and pricing processes Liaise with other departments to help resolve dealer or customer enquiries

Training:

Duration:

36 months practical training period, plus 3-6 months for End Point Assessment

Delivery model:

Work-based training with your employer Day release during term time (approximately 1 day a week for 3 years) Regular meetings with your training coordinator to monitor progress and well-being Apprentices will need to complete a minimum of 926 hours of off-the-job training during their apprenticeship

Qualifications included:

BA (Hons) Business Management Practice Level 6 Chartered Manager (Degree) Apprenticeship

End Point Assessment:

Portfolio based interview Project presentation

Training Outcome:
We are looking for an ambitious employee who wants to grow and expand the role beyond the end of the apprenticeship period For the right candidate we may consider supporting their next step in their learning qualification, potentially through a CMA or similar The role has previously been done by graduates and interns, many of whom have since gone on to management positions within DAF and PACCAR

Employer Description:

DAF is the UK’s leading heavy vehicle manufacturing company, with its Sales and Marketing head office in Haddenham, Buckinghamshire. Manufacturing and selling vehicles from 7.5 to 44 tonnes, we have been the market leader for the past 30 years, setting the industry standard for performance, productivity, and customer service. DAF's commitment to operators is backed by our network - 133 dealers covering the country, providing a consistently high standard of advice, service, and expertise to fully support operators in providing the right vehicle and services to maximise their business opportunities. 

Working Hours :
Monday - Thursday, 8.45am - 5.15pm and Friday, 8.45am - 4.45pm.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Number skills,Microsoft Office Suite,Confident learning new systems