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Sales Executive Apprentice
WD-40 COMPANY
Central Milton Keynes, England, United Kingdom["OTHER"]
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Overview
Have you got great people skills, a curious mindset and a desire to build a successful career in business?
At WD-40 Company, we're looking for a Sales Executive Apprentice to join our UK Trade Sales Team. This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in sales, account management and customer engagement while working towards a nationally recognised Level 4 qualification.
You'll be supported by experienced colleagues who will help you develop the skills, confidence and commercial understanding needed to build a successful sales career.
Responsibilities
In this role, you'll work directly with customers, helping to grow sales and build strong relationships across a portfolio of accounts. You'll:
Speak regularly with customers to understand their needs and identify opportunities
Support sales campaigns and promotional activities
Learn how to manage customer accounts and build lasting partnerships
Analyse sales data and identify ways to grow product distribution
Support new business opportunities through research and prospecting
Maintain customer records and CRM systems
Collaborate with experienced sales professionals across the business
This role offers real responsibility from day one, with plenty of opportunities to learn and develop.
Qualifications
We'd love to hear from you if you are:
An excellent communicator who enjoys building relationships
Curious and eager to learn new skills
Organised and able to manage your time effectively
Confident using technology and data to solve problems
Motivated, proactive and willing to take ownership of your development
Interested in sales, business and customer relationships
Previous sales experience isn't required. We're looking for potential, enthusiasm and a willingness to learn.