Trainee Sales Executive

A successful and growing distribution business in Colchester is looking to recruit a Trainee Sales Executive to join their team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career within a commercial environment. Whether you’re a recent graduate, college leaver, or someone with a little commercial experience looking for a new direction, the business is more interested in attitude, ambition and potential than previous industry knowledge.

Part of a highly successful UK group with annual turnover exceeding £1 billion, the company has an outstanding track record of developing people from within. Many of its managers and senior leaders started in trainee positions before progressing into key roles across the business. 

The Opportunity

You’ll join a structured training programme designed to give you a thorough understanding of the business, its products, customers and operations.

Working alongside experienced colleagues, you’ll gain hands-on experience across multiple areas, before progressing into a sales-focused role where you’ll develop customer relationships, identify opportunities and contribute to the continued growth of the business. 

Your training will include exposure to:

• Customer service and account support
• Warehouse and distribution operations
• Stock control and purchasing
• Product and supplier knowledge
• Commercial and sales processes
• Business development and customer relationship management

This varied and practical training programme will provide a strong foundation for a successful long-term career.

What We’re Looking For

• A positive, motivated and proactive attitude
• Strong communication skills and confidence dealing with people
• A willingness to learn and take on responsibility
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail
• Ambition to develop a successful career within a commercial environment

Previous industry experience isn’t essential. The business is looking for individuals with the right mindset, a strong work ethic and the drive to succeed.

What’s On Offer

• £29,000 - £30,000 starting salary
• Annual profit-share bonus
• Comprehensive training and mentoring
• Clear career progression opportunities
• Long-term prospects within a successful and growing organisation
• A supportive and people-focused working environment

If you’re looking for a role that offers genuine development, responsibility and the opportunity to build a rewarding career, we’d love to hear from you.