Trainee Sales and Purchasing Executive - Horticulture

My client is a leading provider of wholesale horticulture supplies and is a well-regarded employer within the local market.

Due to continued success they are seeking a Trainee Sales and Purchasing Executive to join their team. This is a full time and permanent role that has the potential to develop quickly!

Previous experience of working within the horticultural or agricultural sector is advantageous but not essential. We are seeking an individual who has a genuine interest in this industry and is looking to build a career.

The successful individual will initially work alongside an experienced Sales and Purchasing team. You will learn the ropes, build relations with customers and suppliers and gain a solid understanding of the industry.

After an initial 6-12 month period and having completed industry specific training, the successful applicant will move into a field based sales position, managing their own customer accounts and securing new business.

Ongoing development will be offered and you will be supported with additional training programmes and qualifications throughout.

This is a fantastic chance to kick start your career! If you are looking for a long term role with a stable and successful business then this could be an ideal opportunity.

The Job - Trainee Sales and Purchasing Executive:

• Manage inbound customer enquiries.
• Process sales orders and purchase orders.
• Liaise with suppliers, negotiating on costs and confirming lead times.
• Manage new and existing customer accounts, identifying sales opportunities.
• Provide technical product information.
• Work closely with the wider business to successfully meet and exceed customer demands.
• After completing the initial 6-12 month training period this will become a field based role, you will manage your own accounts, identifying new sales opportunities and prospecting new business.

The Individual - Trainee Sales and Purchasing Executive:

• A genuine interest and desire to learn within the agri/horti industry.
• Previous experience within the industry is advantageous but not essential.
• A team player, happy to support colleagues and the wider business.
• A strong and confident communicator.
• Confident and proficient in using Microsoft Office.
• Previous Account Management, Customer Service or Purchasing experience in some capacity is essential to be considered for this role.

The Company:

• An down to earth yet ambitious family run business.
• A loyal and stable workforce.
• Genuine career opportunities where your development will be encouraged from day one.
• Fantastic team.
• 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays.
• Working hours Monday to Friday, 8am - 5pm.
• This role will initially be office based. Once your training is completed it will be a field based role and a company vehicle will be provided.

Due to the location and requirements of the role, it is essential that the successful applicant holds a full UK driving licence.

For more information, please apply or get in touch with Katie Strange Recruitment directly.