Sales Administrator Apprentice

·         Book in new RFQ’s into the system via the company tracker (Excel Spreadsheet).

·         Save details such as; drawings, models, and technical information into relevant electronic folders.

·         Send enquiries to internal and external approved suppliers in a timely manner.

·         Chase sources for prices, lead times etc. to enable deadlines for quoting are met.

·         Collate all of the data received into the specific electronic folders and add information into a spreadsheet summary.

·         Present an overview to the team so a decision can be made in regard to the final pricing of the quote to the customer.

·         Put together and submit quote.

·         Update tracker with all of the information.

·         Provide a copy of the quote to his/her Line Manager (Jack Butlin) and the Group Sales Manager (Wayne Moseley).

·         From receipt of a customer PO (purchase order); complete contract review, compile the necessary paperwork that is required and distributed with the relevant Shield facility which will assist with their sample and production planning as per the quote.

·         Working on AI projects to assist with the development of new techniques sales related.  



Training:
Business Administrator Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard You will attend college, one day every two weeks at the Freemens Park Campus

Training Outcome:

Following a sucessful apprenticeship, there would be a full time role and progression into a career in Sales / Engineering.



Employer Description:

The opportunity to join one of the largest privately owned Engineering Groups in the Midlands. Anyone wishing to progress in a Manufacturing environment will be given a development plan with regular reviews and incentives to add value to themself as well as The Shield Group.



Working Hours :
08.00 – 17.00 (Monday – Thursday) Included - 30 minutes unpaid lunch break 08.00 – 12.00 (Friday) No lunch break due to finishing early

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Reliability,Consistency


  • Location:
  • Type: Permanent
  • Recruiter: LEICESTER COLLEGE
  • Posted: 20-Mar-2026
  • Posted on: findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk