About
Employer description
We are a leading British manufacturer of high specification, top performance fire doorsets and specialist in Emergency Access Products. We major in design and development of our own products using safe design principles.
Main description
Gerda Security Products is committed to making the built environment a safer place to live, by providing the best quality fire safety and security products and services with outstanding value. The team are looking to recruit a Sales and Business Administration Apprentice.
Main roles and responsibilities:
- Raise quotations, for fire rated doors, from survey and interpret data using technical specification sheets.
- Contact clients to obtain missing information or answer queries.
- Deal with direct sales to leaseholders and assist with domestic sales of Gerda 2000 keys.
- Assist Account Managers with any queries or follow ups.
- Update filing and maintain files to ensure documentation is accurate and up to date.
- Update databases (Dynamics, RTIS, Business Central and Smartsheet)
- Survey scheduling and making appointments with residents.
- Process orders and raise production paperwork, planning orders into the factory.
- Maintain a safe working environment by following all health and safety procedures.
- Update computer system to keep necessary records and keep paperwork up to date.
- Participate in team briefings to ensure company targets are met.
- The Sales and Business Administration Apprentice will collaborate with the Sales, Planning, Account Management, Finance, and Production teams across multiple company locations. At times, liaison with customers will be required. This role will contribute to the company’s success by ensuring the efficient processing of orders, thereby supporting seamless ongoing operations.
Entry requirements
Essential:
GCSE Maths and English at grades 4 or above required.
Skills required
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Team working
- Initiative
Training to be provided
The learner will be studying the Business Administrator Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard qualification.
Things to consider
Company benefits include: a pension, Life Insurance, Digital GP, Perkbox and an Employee Assistance Programme.
Future prospects
Possibility of a full-time job or higher qualification via the apprentice route.
Closing Date
The closing date for this job offer is on 23/12/2025
Salary
£ 15507 per year
Location
This job is located in Mildenhall, Suffolk
How to Apply
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