Trade Sales and Service Apprentice

About the role

Join Howdens Joinery as a Trade Sales and Service Apprentice and start a hands‑on career in a busy depot environment. From day one you’ll be learning the trade, earning a salary and building the confidence and relationships needed for future progression into sales or depot leadership.

Key responsibilities

• Serve trade customers face‑to‑face and over the phone.
• Build relationships and support sales activities.
• Learn the full product range, including kitchens, joinery and related materials.
• Assist with stock control and deliveries.
• Develop confidence working in a fast‑paced depot setting.

Required profile

• Attitude and potential are valued over experience.
• Friendly, confident and eager to learn.
• Reliable and well‑organised.
• Seeking a long‑term career, not just a short‑term job.

Required skills

What we offer

• Salary of £16,686 per year plus team incentives.
• Level 2 Trade Supplier Apprenticeship lasting 12–15 months.
• Support to achieve Maths & English qualifications if needed.
• Dedicated mentor and supportive depot manager.
• Staff discount, pension scheme and paid holidays.
• Clear progression routes into trade counter sales, business development, kitchen design or depot management.