Sales Trainee

WestRock Company; Guelph; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in sustainable packaging solutions is seeking a Sales Trainee in Guelph, Canada. This program aims to equip candidates with essential sales skills while transitioning to a Sales Representative role. You will manage supplier relationships, develop customer rapport, and learn strategic selling techniques in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive training and development opportunities

Attractive salary reflecting skills and competencies

Qualifications

• 1-3 years related experience and/or training or equivalent.
• Self-starter, goal-oriented, motivated by commission earnings.

Responsibilities

• Learn how to manage supplier relationships.
• Develop rapport with customers and anticipate needs.
• Learn sales policies and functions leading to the Sales Representative position.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Creative problem solving

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business or Commerce

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Job description

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.

The Opportunity:

Smurfit Westrock is currently seeking a Sales Trainee who is interested in a career in the paperboard and packaging industry. Ideal candidates will have some sales experience, preferably with an undergraduate degree. The goal of the program is to give the trainee the knowledge and tools needed to transition into a Sales Representative role.

How You will Impact Smurfit Westrock:

Learn how to manage supplier relationships with an established location
Develop rapport with customers by making periodic visits and exploring specific needs
Learn how to anticipate new opportunities by identifying problems/opportunities within the customer’s organization
Learn how to strategically sell company value to customers
Learn sales policies, job functions and expectations leading to the position of Sales Representative

What You Need to Succeed:

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing; Business or Commerce; one to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Excellent communication skills.
Negotiation skills, sales, budgeting/forecasting, and financial analysis.
Creative problem solving, analytical thinking.
Ability to communicate and form relationships at all levels within the organization.
MS Office and Excel Skills.
The ideal candidate will be a self-starter, goal-oriented, motivated by commission earnings and success, and open to interdepartmental training in graphics, manufacturing, etc.

What We Offer:

Culture based on integrity, respect, accountability and excellence
Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities
An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies and potential
A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

As part of our commitment to accessibility for all persons with disabilities, we will, upon request from the applicant, provide accommodation during the recruitment process to ensure equal access to applicants with disabilities. Please let us know your needs and we will consult with you to ensure suitable accommodation is provided.

Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.

Smurfit Westrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. Smurfit Westrock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.