Sales and Commercial Trainee

Why choose us?  

BRUSH Group provides the energy solutions that help power our built world. From power transformers to switchgear and engineering solutions, for generations, the BRUSH brand has stood for engineering excellence. 

We are committed to supporting the global effort for industrial decarbonisation and sustainable development and have set ambitious objectives to achieve our target of net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. 🌍 

What's the role?

The Commercial & Sales Trainee will participate in a structured 24-month development programme designed to build the skills, knowledge and behaviours required for a successful career in commercial and sales roles. The elements of the programme are set out in the key responsibilities below.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Participate fully in the structured Commercial & Sales Trainee Programme.
• Complete all assigned training modules, assessments and development activities.
• Develop a strong understanding of the company's products, service offerings, customers, markets and competitive landscape.
• Support the Commercial Operations team with quotations, tenders and customer enquiries.
• Assist in the preparation of sales and commercial documentation.
• Learn commercial governance, contract processes and approval procedures.
• Support the preparation of customer proposals, presentations and quotations
• Analyse market trends, customer requirements and emerging opportunities to support business growth.
• Build positive relationships with customers and internal stakeholders.
• Support customer engagement through meetings, calls and written communication.
• Support achievement of team sales and business growth targets
• Monitor sales activities and progress against agreed performance objectives.
• Maintain a healthy pipeline of potential opportunities.

What are we looking for:

• Strong analytical and communication skills
• High levels of motivation and resilience
• Good organisational and time management skills
• Basic IT proficiency (MS Office; CRM exposure desirable)
• Willingness to learn and develop in a sales and commercial environment
• Degree or equivalent experience (business, engineering, or related field)
• Previous customer-facing or sales experience
• Interest in engineering / energy industry

What's in it for you?  

• Competitive salary 
• Holiday allowance starting at 26 days per annum plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time roles)
• Flexible and Hybrid working options (role dependant)
• Life insurance – 4 x annual salary 
• Enhanced Company Pension scheme 
• 24/7 free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme 
• GP24 Service – Access to remote, private GP services 24/7, 365 days a year plus Second Medical Opinions.
• BRUSHRewards – Discover plenty of ways to get more active and make great savings on everyday essentials as well as gifts for loved ones, holidays and special treats for yourself.
• Family friendly policies including Enhanced Maternity/Paternity 
• Bike2work scheme 
• Long Service Awards
• Developing our people is important to us - we support and encourage development by offering ongoing professional development and training.