IT Sales Account Manager Apprentice (Blowfish Technology Ltd)

We are in search of a driven individual that has a passion for Account Management. In this role, you will establish and nurture relationships with our clients, ensuring their satisfaction and contributing to the growth of our business.

Role

  • Ability to provide guidance on and manage customer escalations.
  • Strong relationship building and relationship management skills.
  • Conduct regular account calls.
  • The perfect mix of customer centric and commercial outlook.
  • People-focused, with the ability to engage, build trust, and motivate internal and external stakeholders.
  • Understanding in CRM software and other relevant tools to manage and track account activities.
  • Be the go-to person for customers, managing relationships and ensuring their success.
  • Provide exceptional customer service, promptly addressing and resolving concerns.
  • Identify and capitalise on upselling and cross-selling opportunities for customer growth.
  • Track, assess, and report on client performance metrics.
  • Stay ahead of industry trends to provide insight and expertise that delivers value for our customers.
  • Keep updated on all product solutions, ensuring that customers are aware of the full value we provide to meet their needs.
  • Achieve and exceed Key Performance Indicators related to revenue, call time and customer retention.
  • Devise account plans, improvement plans and strategic account plans.

Training

Firebrand’s sector-leading Level 3 IT Technical Salesperson Apprenticeship (L3ITTS) trains apprentices to sell their business’ technical products and services. Apprentices will develop approaches to maintaining good customer relations and winning new business through a thorough understanding of existing and emerging technologies.

Firebrands course is delivered either Online (online live instructor led), or face to face in the classroom environment (your choice). Our Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), Learning Mentors (LMs) and world-leading trainers prepare apprentices to work across multiple sectors.

Completion of this apprenticeship will provide learners with the following world class vendor certifications in addition to the IT Technical Sales apprenticeship:

  • Masterclass 1 - Engaging the Customer
  • Masterclass 2 - Negotiation Skills
  • Masterclass 3 – Becoming the next top seller
  • Microsoft Certified Azure Fundamentals
  • Microsoft 365 Fundamentals

Key areas covered are:

  • Communication skills
  • Customer service
  • IT Infrastructures
  • Effective Sales Techniques (Negotiation, Objection Handling & Closing)
  • Data Security
  • Problem Solving
  • Project Management

Offers a permanent role upon completion of the apprenticeship depending on performance.

Apprenticeship Standard
IT technical salesperson (level 3)
Training Provider
FIREBRAND TRAINING LIMITED
Working Week
Monday to Friday. Office Based. Shifts to be confirmed,
Expected Duration
18 Months
Positions Available
1
Closing Date
Monday, 1st July 2024
Start Date
Monday, 8th July 2024

Desired Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Organisation skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Team working
  • Enthusiasm for sales
  • Passion for excelling
  • Collaborative
  • Persistent
  • Resilient
  • Strong motivation

Qualifications

  • 5 GCSE's including English Language and Maths GCSE or equivalent, grade (A*-C/9-4 or equivalent) (Essential)

About the Employer

BLOWFISH TECHNOLOGY LTD
Blowfish Technology Ltd is a rocket ship in the tech sector, that is going through an exciting period of growth. Founded by two brothers in 2012 it services some of the leading companies in the SME and larger corporations. Providing a full portfolio of professional services the company are experts in Managed IT Services, Cyber Protection, M365 & SharePoint, Cloud Services, IT Consultancy.
Company
BLOWFISH TECHNOLOGY LTD
Location
2 Hattersley Court, Ormskirk, Lancashire, England
Employment Type
Advanced Apprenticeship
Salary
£18,000.00
Posted
Company
BLOWFISH TECHNOLOGY LTD
Location
2 Hattersley Court, Ormskirk, Lancashire, England
Employment Type
Advanced Apprenticeship
Salary
£18,000.00
Posted