Commercial Business Trainee

Are you ready to build your career in a fast-paced commercial business environment?

This is a hands-on opportunity to join a hugely successful electrical distribution business where you'll gain experience across different areas of the company, work directly with customers and develop the commercial skills needed to progress your career.

You'll learn from experienced colleagues, take on increasing responsibility and, as you develop, move towards a customer-focused sales and business development role.

What's on Offer?

£31,000-£33,000 starting salary Annual bonus 25 days' holiday + matched employer pension contributions Ongoing training, development and support Clear progression into B2B sales and business managementThe Opportunity

Your first year will give you a broad understanding of how a successful B2B business operates. You'll spend time getting to know different areas of the company, building your product and industry knowledge and developing your customer-facing skills. As you progress, the focus will increasingly move towards sales, account management and business development.

You'll have the opportunity to:

Gain experience across operations, warehouse, logistics, supply chain, administration and marketing Develop detailed knowledge of the electrical wholesale industry and product range Work directly with trade customers, including electricians, contractors and tradespeople Build your confidence in sales, communication and relationship management Gain experience in internal sales and account management Learn how to identify opportunities, develop accounts and win new business Receive ongoing training, mentoring and guidance as you develop your skills Your Progression Path

As you build your knowledge and experience, you'll have the opportunity to progress into a B2B field sales and business development role.

This will involve managing your own customer portfolio, travelling to meet and socialise with clients, developing new business and building long-term commercial relationships.

For those who want to progress further, there are opportunities to move into business management, with the potential to take responsibility for running your own business within the group.

The speed of your progression will depend on your performance and ambition.

What Are We Looking For?

We're looking for quick learners who are:

Ambitious and motivated to build a long-term career Confident communicators who enjoy meeting and talking to people Interested in sales, business and commercial development Positive, driven and willing to get stuck in Keen to develop and progress within a successful business In possession of a full UK driving licence and ready to start a full-time role immediatelyReady to Start Your Career?

If you're looking for an opportunity where you can gain real commercial experience, develop your earning potential and build towards a career in sales and business management, we'd like to hear from you