Apprentice for Technical Sales and Estimation POLYMAX LTD

Are you an ambitious and results-driven individual with a flair for numbers and a passion to sell? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our winning Technical Sales Team. This role is varied and interesting (we think so anyways!) and offers opportunities for career progression within the company for the right candidate.

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Closing date: 20 Nov 2024

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £18,000.00

    20 days holiday 3% contributory pension scheme Full on-the-job training on products and SAP Free on-site secure parking Free basic breakfast Free tea, coffee and fruit Relaxed and friendly working environment.

  • Working week

    Mon to Fri, 08:30am to 5.00pm.

    Total hours per week: 40.0

  • Expected duration

    24 Months

  • Possible start date

    01 Dec 2024

  • Date posted

    07 Nov 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Higher
    Level 4 (Higher national Certificate)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000209706

  • Positions

    1 available

What you will do in your working day

  • The role primarily involves responding to inbound sales enquiries received on the phone and email 
  • There will be an element of working out costings from product drawings (no prior experience in this aspect is required and full training will be provided)
  • We also constantly endeavour to foster an entrepreneurial spirit in our sales team and offer opportunities for career progression for the right candidate which include working on large accounts, company projects involving process improvement and movement to other leadership roles in the company

The training you will be getting

  • The apprenticeship will lead to a Level 4 Associate Project Management qualification
  • In addition to the training provided to you on the job you will be required to undertake additional training in Project Management at Farnborough College one day a week

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

We constantly endeavour to foster an entrepreneurial spirit in our sales team and offer opportunities for career progression for the right candidate which include working on large accounts, company projects involving process improvement and movement to other leadership roles in 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

A Level or equivalent At least one of Maths Physics or Chemistry (Grade B or above) Essential

About the employer

The Polymax Group is a specialist manufacturer and supplier of rubber and plastic products employing over 150 people globally and serving over 10,000 customers a year in the MRO and OEM segments. Our European sales and distribution head office (team of 30) is based in Bordon, Hampshire, while our specialized product manufacturing (team of 25) operates from Cranleigh, Surrey. For high-volume manufacturing and sales in the Asian sub-continent, we have a team of 125 based in Thane, India. Polymax was founded by its current Managing Director in 2004 in Hampshire, and as we continue to expand our business on an international scale, we take great pride in maintaining our connection to our origins. We are firmly committed to promoting equal opportunity and embracing diversity in all aspects of our business operations.

Employer

POLYMAX LTD

Address

BUILDING 75

WHITEHILL BORDON ENTERPRISE PA

BUDDS LANE

GU35 0FJ

Contact

Peter Dennis

010420474123

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Training

Training provider

FARNBOROUGH COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY

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

Apprenticeship standard

Associate project manager

Level 4 (Higher national Certificate)

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

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