Total 2 Fresh/Entry Level Sales / Marketing job vacancies in Leeds, LS15 8SE

Are you a recent graduate with a passion for business and the drive to succeed? The UK's largest supplier of electrical equipment to business and trade customers is offering an exciting opportunity to join their comprehensive graduate programme designed to cultivate the next generation of sales leaders and managers.

About the Company

The company you'll be joining recognises the importance of nurturing talent and building a strong succession plan. Their graduate sales and business management programme was established over a decade ago to bring in bright and ambitious graduates who are eager to learn about business operations. They seek individuals who are money-motivated and aspire to become effective salespeople and future managers.

Graduate Training Programme: First 6 months

• Develop a core knowledge of how the business operates - warehouse, logistics, supply chain, administration, IT software, and marketing.
• Get hands-on with the vast product range and learn about different manufacturers and the electrical distribution industry.
• Start building relationships, making deals and advising customers face-to-face over the trade counter e.g. electricians, contractors and tradespeople.
• Begin your formal sales training course, staying overnight alongside other Graduate Trainees from across the company.
• Complete workbook assessments to underpin your learning and development and receive financial incentives for each one passed to a required standard.

6-12 months

• Move to internal sales account management, engaging with business customers over the phone e.g. construction companies, local government authorities, housing developers and hotels.
• Learn business development strategies and how to target and win new trading accounts.

12 months and beyond

• Progress to a diverse business-to-business field sales management position, with increased earning potential and bigger bonuses.
• Travel locally in your company car, meeting clients, discussing projects, and arranging social activities.
• Work towards running your own business in the group, learning about staff management, purchasing, profit and loss, etc. The business operates in a decentralised manner, allowing local managers to make informed decisions that drive the business forward.

Apply Today to Find Out More

If you're ready to kick-start your career in a company that values innovation, autonomy, and career development, this is the graduate program for you. We seek graduates who are money-motivated, relationship builders, competitive, and driven. If you have a passion for sales and the ability to build lasting relationships, apply today!

Please note, a full UK driving licence is required for this role.

Embark on a dynamic journey with Aqumen Recruitment, a second-generation family business proudly celebrating a quarter-century of excellence in the recruitment industry. As part of an ambitious growth strategy, the firm is inviting a driven individual to enhance the team as a Recruitment Consultant within the thriving Temp Industrial Division. This role promises the best of both worlds with a hybrid working model, comprising 60% office presence in the new LS15 Garforth offices and 40% home-based flexibility.

The successful candidate will manage a warm industrial temp desk, serving esteemed clients across Yorkshire. The role entails nurturing existing accounts while expanding the desk through strategic sales and account management. Weekly on-site inductions with clients necessitate a comfortable level of mobility across Yorkshire. The role demands meticulous attention to compliance, alongside identifying and converting sales leads as per KPIs. The consultant will be instrumental in sourcing and placing top-tier candidates, ensuring a seamless recruitment process for all parties involved.

The ideal candidate will possess a positive outlook, resilience, and an unyielding drive to meet objectives. A problem-solver with excellent planning, organisational skills, and a professional demeanour is sought after. GCSE in Maths and English, ICT proficiency, and a clear, effective telephone manner are essential. A driving license and car access are mandatory. Experience in sales, recruitment, or customer-focused roles, alongside a proven track record of business relationship development, is highly desirable.

In return, Aqumen Recruitment offers a negotiable salary reflective of experience, with a range of £23,200 to £28,000 per annum. Full training via 121 mentoring, online courses & more; The package includes hybrid working, a modern office environment with excellent transport links and complimentary parking, festive season office closure, provision of mobile and laptop, and a lucrative commission structure with the potential for immediate earnings. Additionally, participation in the on-call rota, compensated separately from the basic salary, is expected every fourth week.

For those new to recruitment or with established experience, this role presents a chance to contribute to a celebrated firm's legacy while advancing one's career. To explore this further please APPLY.