Retail Parts Advisor Apprenticeship Mercedes-Benz of Colchester
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: 27 Dec 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
28 Dec 2023
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Date posted
19 Sep 2023
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Apprenticeship level
Advanced
Level 3 (A level) -
Reference number
VAC1000199672
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Positions
1 available
What you will do in your working day
- 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
The training you will be getting
- 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
- Functional Skills in English and maths if required
What to expect at the end of your 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
Things to consider
About the employer
Employer
Mercedes-Benz of Colchester
Address
London Road,
CO3 8PH
Training
Training provider
MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LIMITED
Adjustments for experience
You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:
- training
- qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
- industry or sector experience
Contact
apprentice_recruitment@mercedes-benz.com
01908301496
Apprenticeship standard
Retail team leader
Level 3 (A level)
Demonstrating experience
If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.
You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications
Employer's Application Instructions
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 27 Dec 2023