Apprentice Sales Executive

Job Details

Hours: Monday- Friday 9:00am-17:00pm, although flexibility to work outside these hours is required
Salary: Competitive

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity where your skills will shine and your ideas will shape the future?

At Grundon, we are on the lookout for a dynamic, passionate, and driven Sales Apprentice to join our team based in Colnbrook. This role is perfect for someone beginning a career in sales, offering structured training, hands on experience, and an opportunity to work for one of the largest family-owned Waste Management companies in the UK.

With the support and guidance of the Regional Sales Manager and our approved apprenticeship provider, you will begin your sales career by learning how to build strong, long-lasting relationships with customers and help them identify the most suitable waste and recycling solutions with Grundon. From day one, you will receive support to develop key sales skills, gain real-world experience, and build your confidence within a fast-paced, purpose-driven business.

What will you do

Complete the BMS apprenticeship training while successfully achieving both apprenticeship requirements and job performance targets.
Learn how to generate sales using a range of channels, including telephone conversations, in-person customer visits, and social media engagement.
Support the management and development of an existing portfolio of customer accounts, building positive and long-term relationships.
Respond to and follow up on sales enquiries in a timely, professional, and customer focused manner.
Maintain accurate and up to date customer records using internal systems and tools.
Assist with the preparation of monthly sales performance reports for the Head of Sales, developing an understanding of sales tracking and reporting.
Work collaboratively with colleagues and internal teams across Grundon to help resolve customer account queries and issues.
Ensure full compliance with all Company policies and procedures including health and safety and employment.
Any other duties, such as ad hoc projects, as requested by the job holder’s Manager/Supervisor or the Board of Directors that are within the skills and capabilities of the job holder.

Why you will like working here:

A supportive, inclusive, and fun team culture.
Full onboarding, sales training and ongoing coaching to help you achieve a level 4 Apprenticeship
Opportunities for career growth and development.
Competitive salary and great benefits.
A company that values your voice and ideas.

About the Apprenticeship

The apprenticeship is delivered by BMS Progress.
You will receive support from a dedicated mentor, with regular progress reviews alongside your BMS performance coach and manager.
This is a 18 month apprenticeship which follows a comprehensive sales focused curriculum
Level 4 qualification – Equivalent to a Foundation Degree

About You

A minimum of 2 GCSEs (Grades A*–C / 9–5 or equivalent) in Maths and English.
Sales experience is preferred but not essential, as full training and support will be provided.
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high volume calling environment as part of your learning and development.
Keen to develop professional communication skills, including supporting client conversations and presentations with coaching.
Confident using Microsoft Office and motivated to learn new systems, databases, and sales tools.
Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritise tasks.
Ability to work independently on tasks while also contributing positively within a team.
Holds a full, current UK driving licence.
Right To Work in the UK
Ideally the candidate would live in a 30-mile radius of SL3 0EG due to our client base

About Grundon?

Grundon is the UK’s largest family-owned supplier of integrated waste management and environmental services. Founded in 1929, we have developed a distinctive approach that has helped us to maintain a leading position within the waste industry. This approach is underpinned by our commitment to quality of service, innovation and technical progress, together with a genuine and demonstrable concern for the environment.

Why Grundon?

At Grundon, we are dedicated to providing diversity, equality, and inclusion. We believe great ideas come from everywhere, and we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, heard, and empowered to thrive.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career within the dynamic world of waste management and environmental services, this is your opportunity to join one of the industry’s most respected names.