Corrugated Business Associate (Sales) Omaha, NE

Colonial Group; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

PCA in Omaha, NE has launched the GIFT program, a 10–12 month rotational training track designed for recent graduates. Participants rotate through Design, Production, Customer Service and Sales, while being mentored and trained to become future sales leaders.

Upon completion, the role transitions into a Sales Representative position. The program emphasizes hands-on learning, professional development conferences, and collaboration with peers to strengthen PCA’s service commitments and customer

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required to start.
• Willingness to travel with valid travel documents.
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds and stand/sit for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Rotate through Design, Production, Customer Service and Sales.
• Collaborate with GIFT Mentor and department supervisors.
• Complete department assignments and projects during rotations.
• Learn how departments interrelate within the plant.
• Present issues and potential improvements to supervisors and mentor.
• Attend GIFT program trainings and conferences.
• Work with other associates to complete projects.
• Follow company policies and deliver customer-focused service.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal

Teamwork

Problem solving

Quick learner

Education

Bachelor's degree

Bachelor’s degree in Sales/Marketing/Business

Job description

Description of role

The Corrugated Business Associate is part of the GIFT (Generational Investment for Tomorrow) Program, which focuses on hiring recent college graduates into a rotational training experience with the goal of developing them into well-rounded employees and future leaders at PCA. This is a full-time, salaried position with benefits.

What is PCA’s GIFT Program?

The GIFT Program is a comprehensive rotational training program designed to give recent college graduates experience in the major departments of a corrugated box plant and a well-rounded knowledge of the corrugated packaging industry as a whole. The program lasts anywhere from 10-12 months and is focused on sales development. The department rotations included in the program are Design, Production, Customer Service, and Sales. The program also has group conferences where Corrugated Business Associates will network and participate in professional training with others in the same position. Upon successful completion of the program, the Corrugated Business Associate will transition into a new full-time role as a Sales Representative.

Principle Accountabilities:

• Work closely and communicate often with the assigned GIFT Mentor throughout the program to help stay on track and reinforce the goals of the role.
• Rotate through the four main departments at a corrugated plant: Design, Production, Customer Service, and Sales.
• Work on any assignments or projects in the given department under the instruction of the department supervisor.
• Learn about the specifics of how the main departments in the plant work together.
• When possible, identify issues and areas for improvement and present findings as well as possible solutions to the department supervisor and GIFT Mentor.
• Attend and participate in the GIFT program training conferences.
• Collaborate with other Corrugated Business Associates to complete projects.
• Know and follow policies and procedures of the company, share information that would benefit other members of the team and find ways to improve the delivery of service to our customers.
• Strive to continually strengthen PCA’s business philosophy of meeting needs and exceeding expectations for customers specifically supporting PCA’s Commitment to Service that involves doing what is right for our customers, focusing on strategies that add value and support growth, and keeping the promises that we make.

Basic Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree is required upon starting the position.
• Must obtain Bachelor’s degree between designated dates: 12/2026 – 05/2027
• Ability to start position on a day between designated dates: 05/2027 – 07/2027
• Must be able to travel as necessary and possess valid documents for travel via air and car.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 20 pounds.
• Capacity to stand and sit for long periods of time.
• Capability to squat, kneel, bend over as necessary.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A minimum of one Internship or Co-op is preferred especially in an environment related to the GIFT position type.
• Obtaining a Bachelor’s degree in preferably Sales, Marketing, Business Management or a related field.

The successful candidate must possess the following Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to learn quickly and put new knowledge into practice.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Leadership experience or strong leadership skills with the drive to lead others.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to network and build relationships with individuals of various experiences and professional levels both within and outside of the company.
• Quick and concise decision and problem solving skills.
• Previous work experience as a member of a team, or a strong understanding of the importance of open communication and information sharing between team members.

PCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories.