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Apprentice Parts Advisor- Steven Eagell Toyota - Colchester STEVEN EAGELL LIMITED

An apprentice Parts Advisor co-ordinates parts sale to ensure that customers are always able to have the parts they require when they need them. You will use the company’s computer system to log stock movements & produce orders, liaising with colleagues and deal with enquiries from both trade and retail customers.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

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Closing date: 31 Mar 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,982.40

  • Working week

    Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 5.30pm. Saturday's may be needed on a rota basis.

    Total hours per week: 40.0

  • Expected duration

    36 Months

  • Possible start date

    01 May 2023

  • Date posted

    17 Jan 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000123149

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

If you enjoy working with people, like the idea of working hard to meet customer’s needs, enjoy working with computers and communication systems, then this is an exciting opportunity for you.

The Apprentice Parts Advisor coordinates all parts sales to ensure that customers and Technicians are always able to have the parts they require when they need them.

This involves:

  • Using the company’s sophisticated computer system to log stock movements and produce orders
  • Liaising with colleagues and customers
  • Developing selling skills to improve parts sales performance and dealing with enquiries from both trade and retail customers

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

If you are successful you will be awarded:

  • Level 2 Retailer Apprenticeship Standard

Please Note: Off the job training is on a residential basis with 3 residential blocks and fortnightly 1-1 training. All travel and, accommodation costs are covered by the employer.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

A competent Parts Advisor has many transferable skills. As a fully qualified Parts Advisor, you will have access to further development opportunities within the company.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English & Maths (Grade C/4 or above) Desired

Things to consider

Plus points: If you find people interesting, enjoy working with computers and related systems and enjoy a fast paced, constantly challenging environment, you’ll love this job. Possible negative points: This is a sales and marketing role. It requires focus and an ability to work very well with people from a variety of backgrounds You will be expected to work Saturdays on a rota basis.

About the employer

Established in Milton Keynes in 2002, we have subsequently grown to be an award-winning company and a leading Toyota dealer group in the UK, with branches in Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Cambridgeshire, Essex, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Northamptonshire, Staffordshire, Suffolk and the West Midlands.

Employer

STEVEN EAGELL LIMITED

Address

Axial Way

Colchester

Essex

CO4 5XD

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Training

Training provider

PROVQ LIMITED

Contact

Julie Jones or Emma Powell

recruitment@provq.com

01743 762044

Apprenticeship standard

Retailer

Level 2 (GCSE)

Employer's Application Instructions

Simply visit the apprenticeship finder website, and click apply. Complete the registration form and assessments in full and to the best of your ability.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

Apply now

Closing date: 31 Mar 2023