Sales Trainee

Job description

The Sales Trainee will be enrolled in our 12-18 month sales training program to prepare and equip the associate with the knowledge and skills in learning the corrugated packaging industry to become a part of our successful Account Executive team. ### Compensation: - $52,000-$60,000 per year, quarterly bonuses ### Duties and Responsibilities: - Tasks related to this position may vary and are not limited to those listed below: - Follow established safety rules, policies and procedures at all times - Participate in a 12-18 month sales training program to prepare for a long-term position with BCI as an Account Executive - Meet or exceed the operating standards in the areas of sales and customer service. Such standards will be set annually and communicated to the Account Executive - Achieve in meeting or exceeding the developed professional goals set to and agreed upon between yourself and the Sales Manager - Participate in advancing the business through new and innovative ideas - Review of the training program goals with the Sales Manager on a weekly basis to ensure the Sales Trainee is acquiring the skills necessary in becoming a successful Account Executive - Exhibit professional behavior at all times and treating others with respect - Full-time role in an office setting ### Desired Skills and Behavioral Strengths: - Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) - Strong communication, interpersonal, listening and verbal and written communication skills - Highly motivated and results-orientated individual who can work well both independently and within a team environment - Ability to read and interpret documents such as sales reports, operating instructions and training and procedure manuals - Ability to write reports and correspondence - Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, costs, proportions, percentages and volume - Strong attention to detail ### Desired Qualifications and Experience: - Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in sales/marketing - Two years outside selling or related experience – preferred, but not required - Experience in the corrugated box industry – preferred, but not required - Valid driver’s license, safe driving record and reliable transportation