Apprentice Business Development Executive
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Company: ASD LIMITED
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Location: Leeds, LS10 1SD
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £17,560.00 per year
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Sector: Sales, marketing and procurement
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Ref: NAS-2000034251
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Application Deadline Date: 30/06/2026
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Start Date: 03/08/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday to Friday 09:00 - 17:15.
Brief Description
We are looking for a motivated and highly capable Business Development Apprentice to join our Leeds operation and support a Business Development Manager within a fast-paced steel distribution and processing business.
Training to be Provided
Training & Development:
- Enrolment in a recognised Sales Apprenticeship Programme.
- Structured on-the-job training supported by experienced sales professionals.
- Ongoing development in systems (SAP), product knowledge, and customer management.
- Clear progression opportunities into a Business Development Executive role upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.
Future Prospects
Clear progression opportunities into a Business Development Executive role upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.
Vacancy Detail
Sales & Customer Support:
- Support a Business Development Manager with the day-to-day management of customer enquiries and orders.
- Assist in the development of target accounts and the servicing of Key and House Accounts.
- Communicate professionally with customers via email and telephone, and occasionally face-to-face.
- Follow up on quotations, orders, and enquiries to support sales conversion and customer service.
Systems & Administration:
- Learn to operate and transact accurately within the company ERP system (SAP).
- Input sales orders, pricing, delivery instructions, and customer data under supervision.
- Work closely with operations, planning, and logistics teams to ensure customer requirements are met.
Product & Industry Learning:
- Develop knowledge of metal products, grades, sizes, and value-added processing services.
- Learn how steel products are used across different industries and applications.
- Build an understanding of pricing, lead times, and commercial decision-making.