Company Description
Do you want your ideas to shape the technology of the future? Whether in the areas of mobility solutions, consumer goods, industrial technology or energy and building technology – with us, you will have the chance to improve the lives of people across the world.
Welcome to Bosch.
The Bosch Group operates in four business sectors: Mobility Solutions, Industrial Technology, Consumer Goods, and Energy and Building Technology employing over 420,000 associates in 128 countries worldwide – 85,000 associates in research and development, of which nearly 44,000 are software engineers, and more than 6,000 associates in the UK and Ireland.
Job Description
As a Sales Administration Degree Apprentice within BEG, based in Nuneaton, you will play a key role in supporting the commercial success of the business by providing administrative, operational, and sales support across a wide range of projects and customer accounts.
This is an exciting opportunity to combine academic learning with practical business experience, gaining exposure to sales operations, customer relationship management, invoicing, reporting, commercial processes, and business administration while working towards a recognised degree qualification.
You will work closely with Sales Managers, Project Managers, Finance teams, and customers, developing the knowledge, skills, and behaviours needed for a successful career within sales, business management, or commercial operations.
Key Responsibilities
Sales & Commercial Support
- Support the sales team with quotations, proposals, contracts, and customer correspondence.
- Assist with managing customer information and opportunities within relevant systems.
- Support commercial activities including order processing, contract administration, and customer account management.
- Prepare customer presentations, reports, and sales materials where required.
- Help track sales performance metrics and customer activity.
Administration & Business Operations
- Manage and maintain accurate business records and documentation.
- Coordinate meetings, customer visits, and internal workshops.
- Support diary management, travel arrangements, and event coordination where required.
- Ensure business processes and documentation are maintained and continuously improved.
Invoicing & Financial Administration
- Support invoicing activities and ensure transactions are processed accurately and within agreed timescales.
- Assist with monitoring outstanding payments and accounts receivable activities.
- Work with internal stakeholders to resolve invoicing or payment queries.
- Produce monthly summaries and reports to support business decision-making.
Reporting & Data Analysis
- Create and maintain reports using Microsoft Excel, Power BI, and other business systems.
- Analyse sales and business performance data to identify trends and opportunities.
- Support management reporting activities and business reviews.
- Assist with process improvement initiatives through data-driven recommendations.
Customer & Stakeholder Management
- Build positive relationships with customers and internal stakeholders.
- Interface with customer purchasing, finance, and administration teams.
- Provide professional and responsive support to customer enquiries.
- Collaborate with colleagues across the UK and internationally.
Qualifications
- A-levels (or equivalent) suitable for entry onto a degree apprenticeship programme.
- Strong interest in business, sales, commercial operations, or administration.
- Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to prioritise tasks and manage deadlines effectively.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a team.
- Willingness to learn and develop new skills.
- Valid UK driving licence or willingness to obtain one.
Desirable Skills
- Experience using data analysis or reporting tools.
- Knowledge of ERP systems such as SAP.
- Previous customer service, administration, or commercial experience.
- Interest in technology, engineering, or the automotive industry.
- Additional language skills.
Additional Information
To be eligible for an apprenticeship, you must:
- Be a UK citizen or have proof of your right to work in the UK.
- Have lived in the UK or European Economic Area (EEA) for the last 3 years or more.
- If you are not a UK or EEA citizen, you must have resided in the UK for the last 3 years.
This role is based in Nuneaton and you will be expected to attend the office 2-3 times per week. There will be occasional travel to London as part of the requirements of the course