Sales Apprentice

Nestlé is looking for enthusiastic individuals to join their Sales Apprenticeship program, aiming to develop the next generation of their Sales Team. This program offers hands-on experience in sales within a large food and drink manufacturing company.

What you will do:

As a Sales Apprentice, you will:

• Work within Sales and Commercial Category Teams, gaining experience in a fast-paced commercial environment.
• Rotate through placements such as sales operations, eCommerce, category management, and account management.
• Collaborate with colleagues and engage directly with key customers.
• Learn new skills, work with different teams, and meet customers, supported by experienced mentors.
• Ideally, be positioned for a National Account Manager role upon completion.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing key customer accounts: Support the execution of commercial plans to drive growth and see the impact of your work.
• Building and nurturing relationships: Develop stakeholder management and customer engagement skills with internal and external contacts.
• Delivering impactful presentations: Support and lead commercial meetings, showcasing negotiation and storytelling abilities.
• Analysing data and market trends: Inform sales strategies, optimise trade spend, and drive performance for Nestlé’s core categories.
• Problem-solving and innovating: Tackle commercial challenges, identify growth and sustainability opportunities, and build a network across the business.

Learning and Development:

• You will have one day per week dedicated to your studies, focusing on sales theory, degree modules, and reflecting on on-the-job learning.
• Sales and negotiation: Learn the full sales process and develop strong negotiation skills.
• Digital and data skills: Utilise digital tools, social selling, and data analysis for sales decisions.
• Customer and stakeholder relationship management: Build relationships with customers and internal teams.
• Communication and problem-solving: Develop presentation, communication, and creative problem-solving skills.
• Professional growth and ethics: Learn project leadership, adaptability, and ethical conduct.

This apprenticeship leads to a "Business to business sales professional (integrated degree)" qualification, with studies typically involving week-long learning blocks at Leeds Trinity University.

Eligibility Requirements:

• The right to work in the UK without time limitation or sponsorship.
• Meet government apprenticeship funding eligibility criteria, including residency requirements.
• Achieved or predicted to achieve:
  • Maths and English Language GCSEs (or equivalent) at grades 9-4 (A*-C).
  • 120 UCAS points or more (or 260 points from 2017 or previous).
• Be 18 years old by 1st September 2027.

Recruitment Journey:

• Apply by clicking the apply button and answering eligibility questions.
• If eligible, complete an online assessment.
• Successful candidates will be invited to an in-person assessment day between January and May 2027.
• Do not upload a CV; upload relevant qualifications.

Benefits:

• Inclusive culture with employee networks.
• Flexible working.
• Comprehensive benefits.
• Pastoral support.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Potential relocation support (£2,000).
• Gym facilities.
• Prayer rooms.
• Various rewards and recognition opportunities.

*Availability dependent upon site.

Important Dates:

• Start Date: 1st September 2027
• Scheme Duration: 3.5 years
• In-person assessment days: January - May 2027

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