Sales Executive Apprentice

Introduction

Woodscape Ltd is seeking a proactive and organised Sales Executive Apprentice to support the day-to-day operations of the sales department. This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain practical knowledge and experience within a leading manufacturing
company, specialising in high-quality timber products for public spaces.

About the Employer

From our base in Blackburn, Woodscape has meticulously manufactured premium, sustainable hardwood street furniture for projects across the UK for decades. You've likely encountered our work without realising it — relaxing on a custom-designed hardwood park bench, navigating pathways guided by our durable oak timber bollards, or sheltering under one of our bespoke hardwood bus stop shelters.

We specialise in high-quality, long-lasting timber street furniture and structures that integrate seamlessly into their environment, becoming a natural and enduring part of the community — from commercial hardwood planters for urban landscaping to replacement timber slats for park benches. Whether it's our standard product ranges or fully bespoke, design-led pieces, everything we make is built to elevate the spaces it's part of with the natural beauty and longevity of premium hardwood.

Even if you haven't known our name, you've experienced Woodscape's quality — and our commitment to creating accessible, enduring street furniture for public spaces. Join us, and help bring that same craftsmanship to the next generation of projects.

What You'll Do

• Identify and develop new business opportunities within target markets.
• Generate leads through outbound sales activities, networking, market research, and industry contacts.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective customers.
• Respond to customer enquiries and prepare quotations in a timely manner.
• Follow up on quotations and sales opportunities to maximise conversion rates.
• Conduct customer meetings, presentations, and site visits where required.
• Work closely with internal departments including estimating, design, production, and project delivery teams.
• Maintain accurate customer records and sales activity within the company's CRM system.
• Achieve agreed sales targets, KPIs, and business development objectives.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and emerging opportunities.
• Represent the company at industry events, exhibitions, and networking opportunities.
• Provide regular sales forecasts and pipeline reports to management.
• Ensure a high level of customer satisfaction throughout the sales process.

Training Outcome

Upon successful completion, potential roles include:

• Senior Sales Executive
• Sales Manager
• Area Sales Manager
• Business Development Manager

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Administrative skills
• Initiative

Course Information

Course: Sales executive (level 4)

Level: 4

Route: Sales, marketing and procurement

Apprenticeship Level: Higher

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday to Friday 8.45 am - 5.15 pm.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 10 Months

Training Provider: JC TRAINING & CONSULTANCY LTD