Sales Administration Degree Apprentice

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.

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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

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