Earthmoving Sales Trainee - Fast-Track to Territory

Thompson Lift Truck; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompson Tractor is seeking a Sales Trainee to join an intensive training program preparing you to manage an earthmoving sales territory. You will train through online, classroom, and field sessions, relocate as needed within the Thompson Tractor territory, and gain hands-on experience across service, parts, and sales activities.

The role emphasizes initiative, teamwork, and customer-service focus, with a valid driver's license required as a condition of employment. An Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or the equivalent required; college degree preferred.
• Experience in sales and earthmoving industry preferred.
• Ability to quickly acquire required skills and competencies.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic typing skills.

Responsibilities

• Complete the web-based Caterpillar Foundational Sales Certification.
• Attend assigned instructor led Service Training courses.
• Work in various service departments including the shop and field service.
• Work on the parts counter and in the warehouse.
• Develop a complete knowledge of Caterpillar product line.
• Assist in collection of past due invoices.
• Monitor and report product performance and competitive activity.
• Provide liaison support between customer, TTCO, and our vendors.
• Establish and maintain personal working relationships with coworkers.
• Negotiate mutually agreeable settlements on customer complaints.

Skills

Advanced selling

Relationship building

Problem resolution

Parts identification

Microsoft Office

Education

High School or Equivalent

Bachelor's or higher

Tools

None

Job description

Thompson Tractor is seeking a Sales Trainee to join an intensive training program preparing you to manage an earthmoving sales territory. You will train through online, classroom, and field sessions, relocate as needed within the Thompson Tractor territory, and gain hands-on experience across service, parts, and sales activities.

The role emphasizes initiative, teamwork, and customer-service focus, with a valid driver's license required as a condition of employment. An Equal Opportunity Employer.