Apprentice Parts Advisor - Listers Toyota / Lexus - Cheltenham LISTERS GROUP LIMITED

An Apprentice Parts Advisor co-ordinates parts sales 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.

Apply now

Closing date: 01 Aug 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,982.40

    Wages explained

    Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).

    Minimum Wage Rates

  • Working week

    Monday - Friday, between the hours of 8am- 6pm. Saturdays may be needed on a rota basis.

    Total hours per week: 40.0

  • Expected duration

    15 Months

  • Possible start date

    01 Sep 2023

  • Date posted

    06 Apr 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000152940

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

The Apprentice Parts Advisor co-ordinates parts sales to ensure that customers are always able to have the parts they require when they need them. 

Duties will include:

  • Using the company’s sophisticated computer system to log stock movements and produce orders
  • Liaising with colleagues and customers
  • Developing skills to improve parts sales performance
  • 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?

Level 2 Retailer Standard:

  • Functional Skills maths and English, if required
  • With mentoring, support and monitoring whilst at work, combined with residential training at the Toyota/Lexus Academy. You will gain the knowledge and skills required to achieve the qualification from working with highly skilled professionals.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Once qualified, the right candidate can progress 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, Administrative 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

Once qualified, you will have a number of transferable skills. You may be expected to work Saturdays on a rota basis. Off the job training is on a residential basis, with the cost of travel and accommodation covered by the employer.

About the employer

Founded by Terry Lister and Keith Bradshaw in 1979, Listers Group Ltd is one of the UK’s largest family owned automotive businesses and leading retail groups. In 2002, Toyota became part of the family and there are now seven centres located in Gloucestershire, Warwickshire, the West Midlands and Lincolnshire. Listers is a proud partner of 15 premium manufacturers and now boasts over 50 dealerships strategically located across the south west, midlands and east of England. We’d love to meet you, so please come and visit us at one of our centres to view our exciting range of cars, take a test drive or even just pop in for a chat about your motoring needs.

Employer

LISTERS GROUP LIMITED

Address

179 Tewkesbury Road

Cheltenham

GL51 9DT

You must have JavaScript enabled to view a map of the location

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 http://www.apprenticeshipfinder.co.uk/toyota and click apply. Complete the application form and screener questions in full and to the best of your ability.

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

Apply now

Closing date: 01 Aug 2023