Sales Executive Trainee

Join Lathams Limited at JAMES LATHAM LEEDS as a Sales Executive Trainee and begin a practical career in sales within distribution, warehouse and apprenticeship contexts. This entry-level role supports the commercial team by learning to manage customer relationships, understand product ranges and contribute to sales growth.

The Sales Executive Trainee will learn to support day-to-day sales activities, develop commercial knowledge of products and supply chains, and build customer-facing skills to convert enquiries into repeat business. This role is a stepping stone to a fully qualified sales position within the organisation.

• Support the sales team with customer enquiries, quotations and order processing.
• Learn product ranges, pricing structures and stock availability relevant to distribution and warehouse operations.
• Maintain accurate customer records and update CRM or order systems as required.
• Assist with preparing sales reports, order tracking and basic analysis to support decision-making.
• Communicate professionally with internal teams (warehouse, logistics, customer service) to ensure timely fulfilment.
• Participate in training, coaching and on-the-job learning to develop sales techniques and product knowledge.

• Good verbal and written communication skills and a professional telephone manner.
• Customer-service focus with the ability to build rapport and respond promptly to enquiries.
• Strong organisation and attention to detail when processing orders and maintaining records.
• Ability to learn product and supply-chain information quickly and apply it when advising customers.
• Comfortable working as part of a team and following established procedures.

• Some experience in retail, distribution, warehouse or customer-facing roles.
• Familiarity with CRM or order management systems, spreadsheets or basic data entry.
• Interest in progressing into a sales or account-management role.

• A relevant GCSE or equivalent is typical for this trainee level; evidence of numeracy and literacy is useful.
• Any vocational qualifications or apprenticeship experience in sales, distribution or supply chain are advantageous but not essential.

This is a full-time, permanent role. The organisation typically offers a competitive salary and a benefits package comparable to similar roles in distribution and sales, such as on-the-job training, opportunities for professional development, and workplace benefits aligned with company policy. Specific pay and benefit details will be provided during the recruitment process.