Sales Executive Apprentice

About Engineered Refurbishment
The Engineered Refurbishment Business Unit is one of Sika UK's strategic growth areas, supporting the repair, strengthening, protection and life-extension of critical infrastructure and built assets. From highways, rail and water infrastructure through to commercial buildings and industrial facilities, we work with contractors, consultants, asset owners and local authorities to deliver technically robust, long-term solutions.
As part of our continued growth strategy, we are investing in the next generation of sales professionals who can help us build relationships, create demand and deliver sustainable business growth.
Purpose of the Role
This role plays a key part in developing market share across the Engineered Refurbishment portfolio by building strong customer relationships, identifying project opportunities, and supporting customers with technically-led solutions. Working closely with experienced sales, technical and specification colleagues, you will help drive growth while developing the skills and knowledge needed for a successful long-term career within Sika.
Location: Birmingham
What’s In it for You?
The Opportunity:
Develop relationships with contractors, consultants, local authorities and asset owners across your territory.
Learn how to identify, qualify and convert project opportunities through specification and commercial engagement.
Build expertise across concrete repair, grouting, anchoring, waterproofing and protective coating systems.
Work alongside experienced sales and technical professionals on major infrastructure and refurbishment projects.
Gain exposure to strategic sales planning, customer development and project management within a market-leading business.
The Rewards:
You will be rewarded with a competitive salary, and a sweep of great benefits. We pride ourselves on our total reward package:
EV/PHEV Company Car Fleet or Car Cash Allowance
Bonus Scheme
Holiday 25 days rising to 28 days with service, plus bank holidays
Core Hours Working
A company pension contribution of up to 10%
Private healthcare for you, with option to add family
Group life cover at 6x your annual salary
Global Income Protection (PHI)
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
Staff discount platform & Cycle to Work scheme
Dedicated Service Awards for reaching key milestones
Selected discounted Sika products
The Support:
You'll join a highly experienced and supportive team committed to your success. Through structured onboarding, technical product training, field coaching, mentoring and regular development reviews, you'll receive the tools, guidance and support needed to accelerate your career within one of the world's leading construction chemicals businesses.
The Skills:
This role offers a significant opportunity to develop both commercially and technically. You will gain experience in solution-based selling, account management, project tracking, specification development and customer relationship management, while building detailed knowledge of the Engineered Refurbishment market and Sika's market-leading systems.
A significant commitment to professional and personal development from day one, including a comprehensive local, product knowledge and leadership development initiatives complimented by a global Sika Business School offering.
The Future:
Potential Career Routes:
Technical Sales Manager
Area Sales Manager
Key Account Manager
Regional Sales Manager
Specification Manager
National Sales Manager
The opportunity to progress within a global company across a variety of business areas.
Commitment towards Diversity
We welcome expressions of interest from all eligible applicants. The Construction Industry and the Sika salesforce remain disproportionately under-represented by women and we therefore particularly welcome applications from women interested in a sales career in the building supplies and materials industry. Accordingly, we aim to provide an enabling and inclusive working environment for all.
What we need from you?
A passion for building relationships and developing a career in sales.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
A proactive, self-motivated approach with a willingness to learn.
Commercial awareness and an interest in construction, infrastructure or engineering.
Good organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Full UK Driving Licence.

Employment type
Full-time

Work arrangement
Yes