Graduate Sales & Business Management Trainee

GraduateJobs • Graduate • Reading, Berkshire, Berkshire, United Kingdom • £30,000 - £33,500 / year • 2w ago

Start your graduate career with the UK's leading electrical distribution company!

Are you a recent graduate with the confidence, energy, and ambition to build a career in sales and business management? Join the UK's largest supplier of electrical equipment to business and trade customers and take your first step towards a rewarding long-term career with excellent earning potential.

This Graduate Sales & Business Management Trainee position offers a hands-on introduction to business operations, customer management, and professional sales, giving you the tools and experience to progress to management in the future.

About the Company

This industry-leading business is known for developing future leaders from within. For over a decade, their graduate programme has been the starting point for ambitious graduates who now manage teams, branches, and regional operations. They're looking for driven, competitive, and career-focused individuals who are eager to learn, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and enjoy building strong relationships with customers.

What You'll Be Doing

First 6 months - Learn the business and start selling

Gain an understanding of all key business areas, including logistics, supply chain, operations, marketing, and administration Get hands-on experience with a wide range of products and suppliers in the electrical distribution industry Serve trade customers face-to-face, providing advice and solutions to electricians, contractors, and other professionals Begin structured sales training and complete development modules with financial incentives for each milestone achieved6-12 months - Build your sales career

Progress into internal sales and account management Develop business relationships with a range of B2B clients, such as construction firms, local authorities, and housing developers Learn how to identify opportunities, grow existing accounts, and win new business12 months and beyond - Step into management

Move into a field-based sales management role with greater responsibility and earning potential Manage your own client portfolio, travel locally to meetings, and begin learning about running a business unit Gain experience in staff management, purchasing, and financial performance, preparing you for future leadership rolesWhat's in it for you

Competitive starting salary of £30,000 - 33,500 Uncapped performance-related bonuses Company car, laptop and mobile phone (once in field sales role) Full training and support from industry professionals Excellent career progression opportunities into management Hands-on experience in a fast-growing and hugely successful businessWhat We're Looking For

Recent graduates (any discipline) with an interest in sales, business, or management Confident communicators who enjoy building relationships Motivated, ambitious, and target-driven individuals A full UK driving licence is requiredIf you're ready to take ownership of your career and succeed in a company that rewards drive and ambition, apply today to find out more about this exciting Graduate Sales & Business Management opportunity