Graduate Commercial Trainee

Looking to get into a fast paced, dynamic office environment? This company is offering entry level opportunities to graduates seeking a business development career, with an immediate start

Compensation & Benefits

• £30,000 basic salary
• Profit share bonus
• Mobile phone and laptop
• Level 4 Sales Apprenticeship

What does the company do?

Our client was founded in 1987 and has grown to become a cable stockist, specialising in the supply, management and distribution of electric cables. The two main categories of cables they supply are industrial flexible cables and fixed wiring energy cables.

This client is part of a wider business that has an annual turnover of £1.1 billion, consisting of Wholesale and Distribution Companies across varied market sectors across the UK. The group has been and remains highly acquisitive, creating opportunities nationwide for all employees.

What will your role be?

Based out of the Thurrock office, you will learn all aspects of the business. During the first 3 months you will be immersed in an intensive training period and gain insight into various areas of the business. You will receive product, skills and industry sales training both in house and with external training providers.

Once you have begun finding your feet, you will be introduced to your sales targets. Your role will largely involve handling incoming inquiries from existing customers about pricing and product details. You will represent the full range of products and sell mainly into independent Electrical Wholesalers.

The business invests in Sales Trainees from the beginning, offering both internal and external industry leading training tailored to the individual where possible, including commercial knowledge, sales training, self development opportunities, financial and analytical skills and understanding the operational side of the business. Every trainee will also receive 1:1 mentoring from an experienced business manager. There are significant opportunities for progression throughout the group and you will be given access to all the tools necessary to forge a successful career.

What is required for the role?

• Any type of university degree
• Confidence in speaking to new people
• Target driven mindset
• A business minded person
• An excellent communicator
• Money motivated and driven to succeed

What is the package?

• £30,000-32,000 basic salary
• Annual profit share bonus
• Laptop and mobile phone
• 25 days holiday + BH
• Thorough training tailored to the individual
• The opportunity to establish a career with a well renowned business