Business Development Apprentice

1 month ago


Maidstone, Kent, United Kingdom Howdens Full time

Unlock Your Potential as a Business Development Apprentice at Howdens

At Howdens, we're committed to nurturing talent and creating long-term career opportunities. As a Business Development Apprentice, you'll play a key role in driving sales growth and developing strong relationships with our customers.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide exceptional customer service and support the sales team in generating and chasing leads.
  • Focus on effective customer account management to increase our customer base and develop long-term collaborative relationships.
  • Maintain up-to-date product and industry knowledge to provide expert advice to customers.
  • Use creative marketing materials to promote Howdens products and services to new and existing customers.
  • Develop strong relationships with customers and identify new business opportunities.
  • Process sales for customers using our in-store payment systems.

Requirements:

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to build strong relationships with customers and colleagues.
  • Good customer service skills and a target-driven approach.
  • Excellent attention to detail and ability to work autonomously.
  • Effective planning and organising abilities, with a strong desire for continuous personal and professional development.

About the Apprenticeship:

  • Customer Service Practitioner Level 2 - Intermediate Apprenticeship.
  • Training provided by our in-house Learning & Development Team.
  • Support from external training providers.
  • A 15-month program, including a minimum 12-month learning period and end-point assessment.

Rewards and Benefits:

  • A competitive salary of £15,000.
  • Paid holiday entitlement.
  • A generous matched contribution Pension Scheme.
  • Team incentives and outings.
  • Staff discount on Howdens products.


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