Trade Sales & Service Apprentice

Forget the typical 9–5. At Howdens, you’ll be part of a busy, hands-on team from day one, learning, earning, and building a career with real progression. For many of our apprentices, this role is where it all begins, building the confidence, skills and relationships to progress into sales and depot leadership.

We’re proud to be a UK Top 100 Apprenticeship Employer, and we’re looking for someone motivated to join us.

About the Apprenticeship

  • Location: Luton Depot
  • £16,686 salary plus team incentives
  • Qualification: 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

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