Retail Parts Advisor Apprenticeship Mercedes-Benz of Ipswich
The role of a Retail (Parts) Advisor Apprentice is diverse. You’ll be working behind the scenes receiving deliveries and at the front desk serving Mercedes-Benz customers. You’ll learn skills in managing stock, merchandising, forecasting and analysing purchasing habits, as well as developing your ability to retain customers.
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 31 Aug 2023
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£10,982.40
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Working week
TBC by employer
Total hours per week: 40.0
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Expected duration
12 Months
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Possible start date
01 Sep 2023
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Date posted
13 Apr 2023
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Apprenticeship level
Advanced
Level 3 (A level) -
Reference number
VAC1000154110
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Positions
1 available
What will the apprentice be doing?
Duties include but not limited to:
- Building and maintaining relationships with internal and external customers both in person and over the phone
- Developing relationships with other departments
- Preparing orders
- Meeting deadlines
- Stock control/Management
- Processing Warranty Claims and Payment
- Identifying Parts
- Business development/ Planning
- Marketing and Visual Merchandising
- Forecasting and Budgeting
- Managing logistics including organising and arranging deliveries
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
- You will achieve a Level 3 Retail Team Leader qualification to further develop and apply your skills in more complex situations
- Training is delivered at the state-of-the-art Mercedes-Benz Apprentice Academy in Milton Keynes, via a block release programme
- You will learn the key principles, practices and skills that underpin the role.
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, the right candidate could have the opportunity to progress in future development towards the following career paths:
- Parts process specialist
- Parts supervisor
- Parts manager
- After sales manager
- May lead to sales executive
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade A*-C/9-4) Desired
Things to consider
About the employer
Employer
Mercedes-Benz of Ipswich
Address
2 The Havens
Ransomes Europark
Ipswich
IP3 9SJ
Training
Training provider
MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LIMITED
Contact
apprentice_recruitment@mercedes-benz.com
01908301496
Apprenticeship standard
Retail team leader
Level 3 (A level)
Employer's Application Instructions
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 31 Aug 2023