Sales Apprentice

Kick-start your career in sales with Linde Material Handling!

Are you ambitious, commercially minded, and ready to build a career in sales?

Are you motivated by building relationships, influencing decisions, and delivering results?

Do you want to join a global organisation that is shaping the future of supply chain solutions?

If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

• About Us
• At Linde Material Handling, we are part of the KION Group – a leading global provider of industrial trucks, warehouse technology, and supply chain solutions. We are a forward-thinking, future-driven organisation, committed to innovation, sustainable growth, and delivering exceptional customer value.

Our culture is built on strong values – Integrity, Collaboration, Courage, and Excellence – which shape how we work, innovate and grow together.

• About the Programme
• Our Sales Development Programme is designed for ambitious individuals looking to build a long-term career, not just secure their next role. Over two years, you'll follow a structured, hands-on development journey, learning from experienced professionals while gaining the skills, knowledge and confidence needed to succeed in a commercial sales environment. Through real-world experience, mentoring and tailored development opportunities, you'll establish a strong foundation for a rewarding career with one of the UK's leading material handling businesses.

We offer:

You will benefit from:

• •A fully supported development programme combining on-the-job experience with formal learning
• •Exposure to our sales, service, and customer operations
• •Dedicated mentoring and coaching from experienced professionals
• •Opportunities to build strong relationships across the business
• •A clear pathway towards a long-term career in sales

Tasks and Qualifications:

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Sales Apprentice, you will:

• •Support the sales team in managing customer relationships
• •Learn how to identify and develop new business opportunities
• •Learn how to present solutions that deliver value to customers and influence their decisions
• •Build relationships with customers across a range of industries
• •Develop commercial awareness and understand how businesses make buying decisions
• •Work with experienced sales professionals on real customer projects

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for individuals who are:

• •Passionate about starting a career in sales
• •Confident communicators with a natural ability to build relationships
• •Driven, self-motivated, and eager to learn
• •Comfortable working in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment
• •Aligned to our values of integrity, collaboration, courage and excellence

Essential requirements:

• •A full, valid UK driving licence
• •Willingness to travel as part of the role

Why Join us?

• •Be part of a global organisation shaping the future of logistics and supply chain solutions
• •Gain a recognised qualification alongside practical experience
• •Join a business that invests in your development and future career
• •Work in a collaborative and supportive environment where your contribution matters

Your future starts here

This isn’t just a training programme. It’s the first step towards becoming a successful sales professional and build a career that makes a real impact.

Apply now and start your journey with KION.