Apprentice Sales Executive

Complete BMS apprenticeship training while meeting apprenticeship and job targets. Learn how to generate sales using a range of channels, including telephone conversations, in-person customer visits, and social media engagement. Support the management and development of an existing portfolio of customer accounts, building positive and long-term relationships. Respond to and follow up on sales enquiries in a timely, professional, and customer focused manner. Maintain accurate and up to date customer records using internal systems and tools. Assist with the preparation of monthly sales performance reports for the Head of Sales, developing an understanding of sales tracking and reporting. Work collaboratively with colleagues and internal teams across Grundon to help resolve customer account queries and issues. Ensure full compliance with all company policies and procedures, including health and safety and employment. Any other duties, such as ad hoc projects, as requested by the job holder’s Manager/Supervisor or the Board of Directors that are within the skills and capabilities of the job holder.

Training:

With the support and guidance of the Regional Sales Manager and our approved apprenticeship provider, you will begin your sales career by learning how to build strong, long-lasting relationships with customers and help them identify the most suitable waste and recycling solutions with Grundon. From day one, you will receive support to develop key sales skills, gain real-world experience, and build your confidence within a fast-paced, purpose-driven business.

About the Apprenticeship

The apprenticeship is delivered by BMS Progress. You will receive support from a dedicated mentor, with regular progress reviews alongside your BMS performance coach and manager. This is an 18-month apprenticeship which follows a comprehensive sales-focused curriculum. Level 4 qualification - Equivalent to a Foundation Degree.

Training Outcome:

Progression through the Grundon Sales structure or other routes i.e. contract management.

Employer Description:

If you're ready to roll up your sleeves and dive into a career that's both impactful and rewarding, you've come to the right place! Founded in 1929, Grundon Waste Management is an award-winning and highly successful family-owned waste management and environmental business (we were the first to introduce the wheelie bin to the UK). You may have seen our distinctive blue lorries around or driven past our advanced Energy from Waste facility on the outskirts of London. We provide waste collection, recycling and environmental monitoring services to all kinds of businesses, from shops and manufacturers to hospitals and airports, so you can bet we have state-of-the-art treatment and recovery facilities. We continue to invest millions of pounds in new technologies. Overall, ours is a fascinating and fast-moving sector to work in. Join us and you will be one of more than 800 employees in our mainly Southeast operating area, including other apprentices. We're also committed to training and career progression and have our own fantastic Learning & Development team.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday 09.00 to 17.00, although flexibility to work outside these hours is required.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Creative