At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a structured training programme to kickstart your career in sales and management.
- Company: Leading electrical products distributor with a strong growth trajectory.
- Benefits: Starting salary of £30,000-£32,000, bonus scheme, company car, and pension options.
- Other info: Enjoy a dynamic work environment with clear progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Fast-track your career in B2B sales with hands-on experience and professional training.
- Qualifications: Degree educated with customer-facing experience and a drive to succeed.
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 based in the Cardiff area. 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
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 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.
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 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 Cardiff employer: Bridgewater Resources UK
Join a leading electrical products distributor that prioritises employee growth and development, offering a structured training programme and a clear path to promotion within just 3-9 months. With a competitive starting salary, excellent bonus scheme, and a supportive work culture based in the prestigious Avonmouth facility, this is an ideal opportunity for ambitious graduates eager to build a rewarding career in sales and management.
