Interviewing with Edmundson Electrical
Congratulations on securing an interview with Edmundson Electrical. Here’s everything you need to know to prepare effectively, feel confident and perform at your best.
about the company
What you need to know
Edmundson values ambitious, driven trainees who can develop into successful salespeople and future managers. Be sure to showcase your enthusiasm and people skills during the interview.
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Customers
Edmundson largely deals with B2B clients. Their customer base includes electrical contractors & engineers, facilities management, government agencies, local authorities, industrial companies, power generation, utilities, construction, panel builders, oil, gas, petrochemical, export markets, food industries, hotels/leisure, retail, air conditioning, heating & ventilation, refrigeration, security and fire prevention.
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Products
Edmundson’s supplier policy focuses on quality products and brands sourced from the world’s leading manufacturers. The wide range of products they stock includes lighting, cables, wiring accessories, switchgear, ventilation, heating, emergency lighting and fire detection, security access control, tools and fixings and renewable energy. Their Electric Center business also manufactures its own brand called Acel.
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Operation
The UK electrical distribution market has an estimated value of £9.8 billion. It’s a huge industry and Edmundson are the largest electrical wholesaler in the UK. Their decentralised business philosophy empowers local managers to make all important business decisions. This flexible style allows them to tailor their business to meet local needs and to make informed decisions that drive the business forward.
about the company
What Edmundson look for
Consider examples from your work experience, travel, or sports teams to show how you’ve developed and demonstrated these skills in practice.
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Confidence
Building a successful career at Edmundson starts with strong people skills. Be prepared to demonstrate your communication skills, ability to build rapport and confidence in developing relationships with both customers and colleagues.
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Resilience
A positive and resilient attitude is key to a successful career with Edmundson. They look for trainees who want to get stuck into all areas of the business. If you want to work hard and be rewarded well for it, you’ll fit right in.
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Enterprise
Edmundson looks for commercially minded and goal-focused individuals who can identify opportunities, take initiative and contribute to business growth. They value proactive people who are eager to learn and make a positive impact.
prepare questions
Demonstrating your interest
Asking insightful questions at the end of your interview will demonstrate your interest and provide valuable insights into the company culture, expectations and job role. Here are some good examples:
- How do performance and success in this role typically get measured?
- What impact do you expect me to make in the business in my first year?
- What opportunities are there for professional development and growth?
- What has made other graduates before me successful in the business?
- What do you enjoy most about working for this company?
- How does this role contribute to the overall goals of the company?
dress to impress
Edmundson are looking for well-presented individuals who can represent their business. Show them that you are the right person for the job by looking the part with professional attire – a suit jacket, tie (for men) and polished shoes.
arrive on time
As with any interview, you should ensure that you are punctual. You should aim to arrive 10-15 minutes early and if you are going to be late for any reason, call ahead as soon as possible to let your interviewer know.
take a notepad
Bringing a notepad to an interview shows that you’re enthusiastic and prepared. It allows you to make notes, record key information and write down any questions you want to ask.