Introduction

Looking to build a solid future? Join Lords Timber Huntingdon as a Branch Apprentice and start your journey in an industry that offers real opportunities for growth and development. Our apprenticeship gives you experience while you learn, working with a supportive team and gaining practical skills across all areas of the branch.

About the Employer

Lords Builders Merchants has been serving tradespeople, homeowners and local communities across London and the Home Counties for over 40 years. Built on strong customer relationships, local expertise and dependable service, we have grown into a trusted name in building supplies. As part of Lords Group Trading, we combine the heritage of an established business with the ambition, energy and opportunity of a growing Group.

We are proud to create an inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds and experiences are welcomed, valued and encouraged to succeed. If you are looking to join a business where you can contribute, develop and be part of a supportive team, we would love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

Face-to-face customer service and support at the Trade Counter
Helping with the distribution of building materials to customers and delivery vehicles
Supporting stock control and warehouse tasks
Assisting with goods in/out and keeping the yard clean and organised
Helping to raise quotes and process orders
Learning how to safely operate tools and machinery (including forklifts)
Supporting with office admin and answering incoming calls
Shadowing team members to understand how each part of the branch contributes

Training Outcome

There are good prospects working in builder's merchants and we would very much like the candidate to stay with the company on successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Skills Required

Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Presentation skills
Administrative skills
Number skills
Logical
Team working
Initiative
Physical fitness

Course Information

Course: Trade supplier (level 2)

Level: 2

Route: Sales, marketing and procurement

Apprenticeship Level: Intermediate

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Tuesday - Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm and Saturday 8.00am - 12.00pm.

Expected Duration: 1 Year

Training Provider: TRAVIS PERKINS PLC

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