At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a fast-paced graduate programme and progress into a field-based Area Sales role.
- Company: Leading electrical products distributor with a strong growth track record.
- Benefits: Starting salary of £30,000 – £32,000, excellent bonuses, and company car.
- Other info: Enjoy Monday to Friday hours and ongoing mentoring from experienced professionals.
- Why this job: Launch your career in sales with structured training and clear progression opportunities.
- Qualifications: Degree educated with experience in customer-facing roles; ambitious and driven.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 32000 £ per year.
Join a fast-paced graduate programme with 2 months of training in Avonmouth before progressing straight into a field-based Area Sales role covering the M5 corridor to Taunton and across to Swindon. A leading electrical products distributor is looking to recruit an ambitious Graduate Trainee Area Sales Manager based in the Bath area. Offering a starting salary of £30,000 – £32,000, an excellent bonus scheme and a fast-track route into field sales, this is an outstanding opportunity to launch a long-term career in sales and management.
Part of a successful UK group employing over 1,700 people, the business supplies leading brands including Dyson, Bosch, Philips, Morphy Richards and many others to electrical wholesalers nationwide. With consistent year-on-year growth and significant investment in its people and infrastructure, the company offers genuine opportunities for ambitious individuals looking to progress quickly.
The Opportunity
As a Graduate Trainee Area Sales Manager, you’ll complete a structured commercial training programme (based at their prestigious Avonmouth location) designed to prepare you for a move into field sales. Following your training, you’ll be promoted into an Area Sales role with a company car provided. This opportunity would suit someone looking to build a career as a Graduate Sales Executive, Business Development Executive, Trainee Area Sales Manager or future Sales Manager.
The training programme offers:
- Exposure to all key areas of the business
- Hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced B2B sales environment
- Tailored training focused on sales, account management and commercial development
- Professional Dale Carnegie sales training and development
- Ongoing mentoring from a Business Manager who progressed through the same trainee programme
- Opportunities to build long‑term relationships with B2B customers
- Clear progression into field sales and future management opportunities
Why Apply?
- Starting salary of £30,000 – £32,000
- Excellent profit share bonus scheme
- Structured graduate training programme
- Professional Dale Carnegie sales training and Level 4 Sales Executive apprenticeship
- Fast‑track promotion into field sales
- Company car upon promotion
- Regular salary reviews and performance‑related pay rises
- Join a growing business operating from a purpose‑built prestigious facility
- Optional membership of the company’s excellent pension scheme
- Monday to Friday working hours, 8am‑5pm
Requirements
To be successful in this Graduate Trainee Area Sales Manager role, you should be:
- Educated to degree level
- Experienced in a customer‑facing role such as sales, customer service, retail or hospitality
- A confident and effective communicator
- Ambitious, driven and self‑motivated
- Keen to progress quickly into a field‑based sales role
- Able to build and maintain strong professional relationships
If you’re an ambitious graduate looking for a fast‑track route into B2B field sales and management, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more about this exciting opportunity.
Graduate Trainee Area Sales Manager employer: Bridgewater Resources UK Ltd
As a Sales Manager in the industrial sector, you will thrive in a dynamic work culture that prioritises collaboration and innovation. Our company offers competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and ample opportunities for professional growth, ensuring that you can develop your skills while making a meaningful impact in your role. Join us in a location that fosters both personal and career development, making it an excellent place to build your future.
Contact Details:
Bridgewater Resources UK Ltd Recruitment Team
