Sales Apprentice L3

Summary

We are looking for a self-motivated, ambitious individual to join a fast-paced team. The role will be office based initially but may become field based, exploring business development opportunities including cold calling, assisting in maintaining the existing customer base. Supporting the current Sales Team with back-office paperwork/quoting, etc.

Annual wage: £13,312 a year
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Training course: IT technical salesperson (level 3)
Hours: Monday - Friday, between 9.00am and 5.00pm.
40 hours a week
Possible start date: Monday 2 December
Duration: 1 year 6 months
Positions available: 1

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

Working for this growing and fast paced company, you will be offered a thorough grounding in all aspects of the business and every aspect of the sales process.

You will be full supported to grow and expand your knowledge.

Your role will include:

Exploring and pursuing business development opportunities including cold calling
Assisting in maintaining the existing customer base
Supporting the current Sales Team with back-office paperwork/quoting etc.
General office-based duties
Pump selection and application
Be an ambassador for the company and its values

Where you’ll work

UNIT 9 BROOKFIELD BUS PK

MUIR ROAD

AINTREE

LIVERPOOL

L9 7AR

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

MERCURI INTERNATIONAL (UK) LIMITED

Your training course

IT technical salesperson (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents

Communication: works both independently and as part of a team and following the organisation’s code of practice; demonstrates an ability to communicate effectively and present both in writing and orally at all levels, using a range of tools.
Customer Experience: demonstrates strong interpersonal skills and cultural awareness when dealing with colleagues, customers and clients during sales operations and whilst defining requirements with an emphasis on customer satisfaction and relationship management.
Data Security: operates securely in line with organisational guidance, legislation and organisational software packages and complies with security of data and can effectively record, analyse and communicate data at the appropriate level using the organisation’s standard tools and processes throughout all sales interactions.
Problem solving: applies structured techniques for troubleshooting, problem solving and analyses problems by selecting the appropriate tools and techniques in line with organisation guidance when dealing with sales as well as routine tasks
Assesses and qualifies sales leads by developing a clear understanding of clients’ business needs and advising how these might be met with appropriate products, tools and techniques.
Project management: works flexibly and demonstrates the ability to work under pressure independently and as part of a team to progress sales and manage their time, workflow, priorities and projects.
Interprets and follows: health and safety legislation to securely and professional work productively in the work environment; Data Protection Act 1998; Sales of Goods Act 1979.
Sales process: professionally operates all sales-related tasks to maintain integrity, brand and company image during negotiations, handling of objections and closing sales with an understanding of the markets and external competitors
Technical: ability to understand and explain the technical portfolio and technical systems sold within the organisation and can use the current hardware and operating systems available.
Database and Campaign Management: prioritises their contacts and keeps an up to date database knowing when and why to contact current consumers or prospects in line with organisational requirements.
Context / CPD: identifies and negotiates personal development in the context of the wider business and how their role relates to other roles in the business.
Logical and creative thinking skills
The ability to interact effectively and professionally with a range of different types of customer
Ability to think analytically and to solve problems
Ability to work independently and to take responsibility
Ability to work with a range of internal and external people
Ability to communicate effectively in a variety of situations
Ability to operate in a secure manner

Your training plan

You will be undertaking the Technical Sales L3 qualification, this will be delivered to you by Mercuri International UK, Mercuri are Global Leaders is Sales and Leadership Training, and are a Business Improvement Consultancy
The duration of the programme is approximately 15 months in duration
Training is delivered through a series of themed lessons, live virtual learning (VILT), coaching through 1:1 sessions with your nominated coach who will support you for the duration of your journey, we support with directed online learning and face-to-face training when we are able
The training and theory are designed to be relevant and appliable to your day-to-day role, it will challenge you and push to you achieve excellence in performance
The programme will be project-based to support your role and Efaflu - Pump Logic

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

Maths and English (grade C / 4 and above)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Administrative skills
Number skills
Team working
Initiative

Other requirements

You will receive 21 days holiday plus bank holidays. Company Christmas shutdown. Free parking on site. Free tea and coffee.

About this company

Pump Logic Limited is a forward-thinking engineering firm based in Liverpool specialising in the sales, service, repair and installation of all types/brands of pumps, motors and ventilation. As part of a larger group, Pump Logic is the UK arm of EFAFLU Pumps and Ventilation. All EFAFLU products for the UK market are imported through Pump Logic and distributed through our network of customers nationwide.

After this apprenticeship

Pump Logic are a small but progressive company, they are growing and see the Tech Sales Apprentice as being at the heart of their growth, their ethos is to share the success and reward that growth, they offer a personalised commission, the salary structure is competitive and will reflect your experience, ability and age
When opportunities arise for progression, the company look towards internal promotion

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

MERCURI INTERNATIONAL (UK) LIMITED

Bernadette Stone

Bernadette-stone@mercuri.co.uk

07552529792

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000286063.

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