Business Growth Apprentice

Gain deep knowledge of the company’s offerings to effectively communicate benefits to customers Developing and nurturing relationships with customers, both existing and potential Complete proactive sales activity Including negotiate and close sales solutions Manage a pipeline of customers to ensure sales forecasts are fulfilled Build/manage a territory (geographic or industrial) Create opportunities within existing customers/new business Develop sleeping/inactive accounts Supporting and Liaising with relevant inside sales team members Generating / taking / quoting / chasing material enquiries Enter and maintain data on CRM system Filing and general administration

Training:
A fully work based programme undertaking Level 4 Sales Executive Apprenticeship Standard qualification over 18-months You will receive support from your employer mentor throughout as well as your training provider who will come out on site to deliver your apprenticeship qualification

Training Outcome:
Upon completion of apprenticeship the aim is for the candidate to progress into a Business Development role or Account Management

Employer Description:
Van Leeuwen is a globally operating trading company and specialist in steel pipes and pipe and tube applications. The company is headquartered in Zwijndrecht, the Netherlands, and globally active with 77 offices and warehouse locations in 33 countries in Europe, the Middle East, Asia Pacific and North America. The family-owned company was founded in 1924 by Pieter van Leeuwen. With a history of almost a century as a specialized business partner, we live up to our promise of delivering 'More than tubes.'. The company has 2,500 employees worldwide. They have specialist knowledge of sourcing, processing, stock planning, project management and logistics. Our passion is to create the best value, working closely together with customers in various segments in the industry and energy markets.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm

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