Trade Sales and Service Apprentice

Apprentice Opportunity - New Howdens Depot Opening

We're excited to be opening a brand-new Howdens depot and are looking for talented individuals to join us from the very beginning.

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a new team, play a key role in the success of a growing business, and build a rewarding career with the UK's Number 1 Trade Kitchen Supplier. With excellent training, ongoing support, and genuine development opportunities, there's never been a better time to join Howdens, make an impact from day one, and help shape the success of our newest depot.

Forget the typical 9-5. At Howdens, you'll be part of a busy, hands-on environment where you'll learn, earn, and develop valuable skills from the start. This apprenticeship offers real career progression, with many of our apprentices going on to build successful careers in sales, management, and depot leadership.

We're proud to be recognised as a UK Top 100 Apprenticeship Employer and are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, motivated, and ready to learn. Whether you're leaving school, college, or looking to take the first step in your career, we'll provide the training, support, and opportunities you need to succeed.

If you're eager to learn, enjoy working with people, and want to build a long-term career with a market-leading business, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Apprenticeship

Location: Houghton Regis Depot | Dunstable

£16,686 salary plus team incentives

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 for

We 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 (url removed) 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.

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