At a Glance
- Tasks: Complete a structured commercial training programme and progress into an Area Sales role covering South Wales.
- Company: A leading electrical products distributor with over 1,700 employees and prestigious operations in Avonmouth.
- Benefits: Starting salary of £30,000 - £32,000, excellent bonus scheme, and company car upon promotion.
- Other info: Monday to Friday working hours from 8am to 5pm.
- Why this job: Fast-track route into field sales within 3-9 months with tailored training and ongoing mentoring.
- Qualifications: Degree educated with experience in customer-facing roles and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 32000 £ per year.
A leading electrical products distributor is looking to recruit an ambitious Graduate Trainee Area Sales Manager to join its prestigious Avonmouth operation. Offering a starting salary of 30,000 - 32,000, an excellent bonus scheme and a fast-track route into field sales within 3-9 months, 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
- Complete a structured commercial training programme designed to prepare you for a move into field sales.
- Following your training, you will be promoted into an Area Sales role covering South Wales, with a company car provided.
- Most trainees achieve this progression within 3-9 months, with advancement based on performance, ambition and results.
- 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.
- 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 within 3-9 months.
- 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
- 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 in Bristol employer: Bridgewater Resources UK
Join a growing business in Avonmouth that supplies top brands like Dyson and Bosch. Enjoy a structured graduate training programme and professional Dale Carnegie sales training. The company values investment in its people, offering clear progression into field sales and management roles.
