Electrical Wholesale Apprentice

Summary

Join EW Group (UK) Ltd as an Electrical Wholesale Apprentice. Are you ready to jump-start your career in the dynamic world of electrical wholesale? EW Group (UK) Ltd, a leading name in the electrical industry, is looking for enthusiastic, motivated individuals to join our team as Electrical Wholesale Apprentices!

Annual wage

£18,000 a year

Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)

£18,000 to £24,000 per year

Training course

Trade supplier (level 2)

Hours

Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 5.00pm

40 hours a week

Possible start date

Saturday 1 February

Duration

2 years

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

Why Choose EW Group (UK) Ltd?

Real Experience: Get hands-on training in a fast-paced, thriving business environment.

Industry Knowledge: Learn the ins and outs of electrical products, from cables to cutting-edge technology.

Career Growth: This is more than a job - it’s the first step toward a rewarding career in a booming industry.

Supportive Team: Work alongside industry professionals who are passionate about your success.

Earn While You Learn: Gain valuable qualifications while earning a competitive wage.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Assisting customers with product selection and providing top -notch service
Managing stock and preparing customer orders
Learning about electrical products and their applications
Supporting sales and administrative tasks to keep our business running smoothly
Growing your skills with hands-on experience and mentoring from our expert team

What We’re Looking For:

A passion for learning and a positive attitude
An interest in the electrical industry or wholesale trade
Great communication and teamwork skills
Ambition to grow and develop within a supportive company

Where you’ll work

EW Group Ltd

Unit D Motorway Distribution Centre

Avonmouth way

Bristol

BS11 9YT

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

HAWK MANAGEMENT (UK) LIMITED

Your training course

Trade supplier (level 2)

Equal to GCSE

Course contents

Knowledge and understanding of the organisation’s: communicating confidently to internal and external customers about the company and how it operates
Knowledge and understanding of the organisation’s: identifying and communicating with the relevant person if a threat or risk to the business is identified
specialist trade customer profile of the business: using appropriate techniques and forms of communication to put customers at ease and gain their trust.
specialist trade customer profile of the business: delivering customer service that exceeds customer expectations
specialist trade customer profile of the business: identifying customer requirements and referring them onwards in an appropriate manner
trade counter and telesales services: assisting customers in exploring product ranges and alternative and complementary products and services, based on the fundamental underpinning product knowledge
trade counter and telesales services: identifying the customers’ requirements, matching them to the trade supplier’s products and services
trade counter and telesales services: delivering accurate product information, to enable the customer to make a decision on products and services and know how to access the detailed technical specification of a product when required.
trade counter and telesales services: securing a trade sale using appropriate selling techniques, both face to face and on the telephone, and methods to complete the transaction.
trade counter and telesales services: applying basic merchandising techniques used within the business.
trade counter and telesales services: applying the key principles of selling in a trade supplier environment, using a variety of methods, which may include unique selling points, upselling, and link selling to secure and complete sales transactions.
trade counter and telesales services: communicating with customers using various methods and systems appropriate to the situation
trade counter and telesales services: applying the key principles of administration and working practices to accurately prepare, store, communicate and process businesses documentation.
trade counter and telesales services: processing information, to the key standards of data protection, security and intellectual property rights.
key principles of warehousing and stock control: processing and recording the receipt, storage, assembly and despatch of goods.
key principles of warehousing and stock control: receiving stock, despatching customer orders and processing returns in line with company processes.
key principles of warehousing and stock control: loading /unloading of supplier and contractor vehicles
technologies that are appropriate to the role: using technology appropriately and efficiently in line with business policy, e.g. PoS (point of sale) machines, PCs
technologies that are appropriate to the role: demonstrating the use of various technologies, e.g. bespoke/in house or off the shelf software packages to others.
legislative responsibilities relating to the business, products and/or services being sold: complying with legal requirements to minimise risk and build customer confidence.
legislative responsibilities relating to the business, products and/or services being sold: minimising disruption to the business and maintaining the safety and security of people at all time
legislative responsibilities relating to the business, products and/or services being sold: taking appropriate action if a breach of H&S regulations is identified.
personal responsibilities and performance contribute to the success of the team and the business: building two-way trust and contribute to working within a team
personal responsibilities and performance contribute to the success of the team and the business: collaborating with colleagues to resolve problems.
personal responsibilities and performance contribute to the success of the team and the business: managing personal performance by completing tasks to agreed standards and timescales and by taking action to resolve problems and communicating issues beyond own level of competence.
personal responsibilities and performance contribute to the success of the team and the business: demonstrating effective time management through planning and prioritising own workload.
personal responsibilities and performance contribute to the success of the team and the business: identifying own strengths, weaknesses and development needs.

Your training plan

Trade Supplier Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard

More training information

Real-world skills and experience to kickstart your career
A chance to be part of a growing business that values its people

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade 4-9)
Maths (grade 4-9)

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
Problem solving skills
Number skills
Team working
Initiative
Physical fitness
Timekeeping
Enthusiasm
Keen to work and study

Other requirements

Please ensure you have looked at the travel time to the location and worked out the form of transport you will be taking. Please be aware that there is studying involved but in work time only.

About this company

EDA learning and development will employ you on behalf of this employer. We are a Flexi-Job Apprenticeship Agency who support and guide you whilst you are completing your apprenticeship within the Branch Location.

Company benefits

Competitive apprentice salary with opportunities for progression.

After this apprenticeship

Opportunities that could arise after the apprenticeship are:

Customer Sales Adviser
Counter Sales
Warehouse Supervisor
Sales Rep
Assistant Manager
Branch Manager

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

EDA LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT LIMITED

Michelle McCutcheon

michelle@edaapprenticeshipsplus.co.uk

07990002071

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000294690.

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