Business Developer Review

by Howdens

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

10/10

1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

As a business developer I managed the daily and monthly paperwork. I call all the builders/landlords to see what they have coming up and to also make them aware of all of the offers we have on. I also send all of the eshots and texts for our offers to the customer.

10/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

My knowledge selling kitchens and joinery is something that I have learned while doing my apprenticeship. My overall confidence has developed, and I have developed my skills like time management and Problem solving

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I absolutely loved my apprenticeship, I have never been in a job that I really enjoyed. Within the first week of me starting my apprenticeship I knew Howdens was where I wanted to be! I have passed my apprenticeship and have got a full time job - now i have moved onto a new role as trade counter sales. To what extend do I enjoy my programme, one of my favourite examples is during our big sale I had my nails Howdens related.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

VERY WELL ORGANISED! My assessor and the colleges communication was brilliant, Howdens made sure I had all the training accessible and the support if I needed it!

10/10

5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

So much support! From not only management but other staff members are always in hand to help!

10/10

6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

My assessor was brilliant, not only was she there to support me with my qualification and maths, but anything I felt I was struggling with or unhappy with she was always there to offer support and guidance.

10/10

7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

It helped me in many ways, having a better understanding of customers and customer service has helped me, helped me build relationships and keep customers loyal to us.

10/10

8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

So many! I have recently done tough mudder 10k challenge through Howdens. In the summer we go go- karting and do cricket. I personally have been on Talk TV, talking about apprenticeships, I also have been to the national apprenticeship awards! There is always something to get involved in here.

10/10

9a. Would you recommend Howdens to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Howdens is a brilliant place to work. The company genuinely care about the staff. Always push you to achieve more but it benefits you in the process which makes you want to do more! Living my best life as a Howdens employee!

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Howdens?

Sales can be hard, but with the right mentality and passion you will succeed and it will be worth it!