Graduate Trainee Area Sales Manager Glasgow £20k - £24k (p.a)

One of the largest names in the electrical & lighting products industry is looking for sales-driven and business-focused graduates to join them across Scotland. They sell to a huge and varied customer base including government agencies and local authorities, the hotel and leisure industry, building and construction industry, electrical engineering, industrial companies, facilities management, and power generation businesses, to name a few.

A salary of up to £24K + uncapped bonus & bespoke training from industry experts are all on offer.

What you can expect:

This graduate scheme is for individuals who stand out from the crowd and provides an opportunity to use your commercial acumen and drive to build a successful sales career within one of the UK's largest industries and as part of one of the industry's market leaders.

As a Graduate Trainee Area Sales Manager, you will:

  • Complete a tailored graduate scheme including an accredited sales qualification
  • Receive a starting salary of £20,000 to £24,000 plus bonus with regular salary reviews
  • Progress to Area Sales Manager and beyond
  • Receive a high-spec company car (after initial training period)
  • Receive on-going training and professional development
  • Be given the opportunity to be a part of a market-leading £1.3 billion UK turnover group of companies

How fast and how far you progress is completely in your hands:

Your development is limited only by your own ambition. You will be given the tools to be successful and the freedom to make an impact and progress in this highly sociable and fast-paced industry. You will gain valuable insight into various areas of the business, receive products and skills training, receive industry sales training and one-on-one mentoring with a senior manager.

Following an initial training period, where you will learn about electrical distribution, the product range, logistics, processes, account management, procurement and sales, you will progress to Area Sales Manager level and continue to build strong relationships with key B2B clients and suppliers. In addition to the freedom and autonomy offered to you at this level, you will also receive salary increases and a company car.

All of this should prepare you for a senior Business Manager position - becoming your own boss and being responsible for running your own multi-million-pound operation within the group.

Think you've got what it takes? Apply today to find out more!