Retail Parts Advisor Apprenticeship Mercedes-Benz of Oxford
The role of a Retail (Parts) Advisor Apprentice is diverse. You’ll be working behind the scenes receiving deliveries & at the front desk serving Mercedes-Benz customers. You’ll learn skills in managing stock, merchandising, forecasting & 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
Wages explained
Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).
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Working week
Days and shifts 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
28 Apr 2023
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Apprenticeship level
Advanced
Level 3 (A level) -
Reference number
VAC1000159127
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Positions
1 available
What will the apprentice be doing?
The role of a Retail (Parts) Advisor Apprentice:
- 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 learn the key principles, practices and skills that underpin the role. 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.
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
Completing an apprenticeship is just the start of your career at Mercedes-Benz. Examples of some career paths our graduates have taken are:
- 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
About the employer
Employer
Mercedes-Benz of Oxford
Address
Langford Lane
OX5 1HT
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