Trade Sales & Service Apprentice

Build your future and launch your career with Howdens Forget the typical 9–5. At Howdens, you’ll be part of a busy, hands-on team from day one, learning, earning, and building a career with real progression. For many of our apprentices, this role is where it all begins, building the confidence, skills and relationships to progress into sales and depot leadership.

We’re proud to be a UK Top 100 Apprenticeship Employer, and we’re looking for someone motivated to join us.

About the Apprenticeship

Location:

Matlock Depot £16,686 salary plus team incentives

Qualification:

Level 2 Trade Supplier Apprenticeship Duration: 12–15 months (Level 2 Apprenticeship)
Support to achieve Maths & English (if needed)
A dedicated mentor and supportive Depot Manager Staff discount, pension, and paid holidays

What you will be doing

Serving trade customers face-to-face and over the phone

Building relationships and supporting sales

Learning our product range (kitchens, joinery, materials)
Supporting stock control and deliveries

Developing confidence in a fast-paced depot environment

Who we’re looking forWe hire for attitude and potential, not experience

Friendly, confident and keen to learn and get stuck in Reliable and organised

Looking for a long-term career, not just a job Where this role can take you Trade Counter Sales Business Development Kitchen Design Depot Management Ready to get started?

Apply today and take your first step with Howdens.

Your application will be carefully reviewed, and we’ll be in touch to let you know the next steps. If you’re shortlisted, a member of our recruitment team will contact you to discuss your application further.

Please note:

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, this vacancy may close earlier than the advertised closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

About Howdens:

Howdens Joinery is a highly successful FTSE 100 business, with more than 900 depots nationwide and more than 11,000 staff. Last year our sales reached circa 2.3bn, and we continue to experience significant growth and success. Despite our scale, Howdens remains a local business with traditional values.

There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment. That, along with a competitive salary, development opportunities, and exciting rewards, are among the reasons why our people enjoy working for Howdens – and why we have been named one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For.

Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We’re working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email  with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you.

Please note that candidates applying for this role must have a valid right to work in the UK, we do not offer sponsorship of employment for any depot positions at this time. We appreciate your understanding.#LI-LH1 #CVL INDKSD #Reed
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