Sales Trainee

SUMMARY:

CED’s competitive Sales Training Program provides the tools and training for learning the ins and outs of one of the nation’s fastest growing industries. In this approximate 24-month rotational position, you will be exposed to various roles in each facet of the company, gaining experience in all aspects of the business. The ideal candidate is outgoing, proactive, detail-oriented, exemplifies stellar time management and communication skills, and is excited to be empowered and involved in business goals and initiatives.

In this position, you will:

• Learn all aspects of the CED business
• Attend classes online as well as in-person at various locations
• Participate in on- the-job training and mentoring
• Establish, develop, and maintain relationships and rapport with electrical customers
• Contribute to goal-planning with branch manger
• Develop relationships with important customers

REPORTS TO: Ryan Anhalt

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Current, valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record
• Authorization to work in the United States (without requiring work authorization sponsorship by CED now or in the future)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Conditions vary based on the trainee’s current segment of the training and will include warehouse, office and external environments.
• During some segments, activities will include lifting, sorting, standing, possible extreme heat/cold conditions.
• Office segments may include sitting for extended periods.
• Various segments will include some travel – both by car and by air.

COMPENSATION:
The compensation range for this position is $45,000.00 to $150,000.00 annually

OTHER COMPENSATION:
The following additional compensation may be applicable for this position:

• Profit Sharing

BENEFITS:

• Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision Care for full-time positions
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Parental Leave

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: No

SAMPLE TRAINING SCHEDULE

*Priority on PROGRESS and UNDERSTANDING each position before meeting an exact timeline*

• Warehouse Training 6 weeks
• Safety and equipment operation; shipping/receiving; freight claims; paper processing; backorders; warehouse organization; product familiarity
• Counter Sales 5 months
• Product knowledge; customer interface and sales ability
• Inside Sales 6-7 months
• Phone sales techniques; develop job requirements; joint calls with outside salesmen
• Purchasing 2 months
• Inventory control (stock level); write-downs
• Outside Sales 12 months
• New and current account development with sales and GP goals

Enjoy winning sales orders and growing market share, through negotiations and reaching team oriented sales and GP goals.

• Develop sales opportunities with current customers and build rapport; providing technical information and explanations; preparing quotations.
• Develop accounts by checking customer's buying history; suggesting related and new items; explaining technical features.
• Maintain a proactive approach to all accounts and their needs through constant communication and prompt responses
• Provide competitive quotes for daily purchases, monthly buys and annual contracts.
• Fill orders by transferring orders to fulfillment; communicating expected delivery date; explaining stock-outs.
• Update job knowledge by studying new product descriptions and participating in educational opportunities.
• Accomplish department and organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests and exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
• Responsibilities also include counter sales, receiving, stocking, order fulfillment, and occasionally customer delivery.

NOTE: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all required activities, duties or responsibilities. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may be assigned at any time; with or without notice.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability | Veteran

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Travel reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Compensation Package:

• Profit sharing

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Work Location: In person

Salary : $45,000 - $150,000