Business Development Apprentice

Your duties will include:

To support the Business Development team in executing departmental activities and business objectives To give internal & external customers a friendly and supportive service Aid the generation of customer quotations in line with business objectives and approved process Receive and process customer orders, in line with MEP approved processes Maintain internal records and data, in line with MEP, with approved processes To develop a high level of skill in the use of our ERP system, particularly around customer quotations, loading orders, supplier feedback (RFQ’s) and prioritising EPICOR effectively to take full advantage of the ERP’s capabilities Support marketing strategies and campaigns. This includes and is not limited to marketing (social media, LinkedIn), presentation, website updates, and company events To uphold company procedures, to ensure ISO9001/EN9100 quality management systems are maintain To uphold health and safety standards in yourself and others

Training:

For this apprenticeship standard, learners will have the opportunity to give focus on the knowledge, skills and behaviours of the standard that will allow for good business acumen, decision making and the understanding of tools and techniques in relation to time and project management. The completion of this apprenticeship standard will require monthly training visits from a qualified IPS Trainer to help support the apprentice. This will allow them to develop skills and progress the building of the apprentice portfolio to prepare the learner for the End Point Assessment.

Delivery is primarily carried out through remote visits, but the trainer will visit the learner’s workplace quarterly and at the start of training to allow for a good working relationship between all parties for smooth delivery of the standard. Upon successful completion, the learner will achieve the Level 3 Business Administrator Standard.

Training Outcome:

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, there is the opportunity of a permanent position as a Business Development Coordinator.

Employer Description:

We are a multi award winning manufacturing business that specialise in moulding and machining.

Having successfully served the Aerospace and Defence sector for five decades, we understand that delivering parts right first time, on time, is vital. We pride ourselves on delivering manufacturing excellence in both plastics and metal.

MEP offers its customers a comprehensive range of manufacturing practices, ensuring high quality results at competitive prices. Our on-site facilities provide a complete manufacturing environment, from research and development to delivered components. Our highly-skilled, experienced workforce use best practise to deliver your parts on time and to specification.

Working Hours :
8.00am – 5.00pm Monday – Thursday 8.00am – 4.00pm Friday.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Enthusiastic