Inside Sales Trainee: Fast-Track to Rep in Metals

Earle M. Jorgensen Company; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 49,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plan with company match up to 4

Life and AD&D insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Time Off and holidays

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness incentives

Employee discount program

Job summary

Earle M. Jorgensen Company in Phoenix, AZ is seeking an Inside Sales Trainee. This full-time program provides structured, hands-on training and day-to-day involvement in sales activities.

You'll learn to manage customer accounts, process quotes and orders, provide product support, and build a solid foundation in metals sales. Upon successful completion, you may transition into an Inside Sales Representative role.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of professional experience in sales, service, or office.
• High School diploma or GED required; bachelor's degree preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interest in developing a career in sales.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to learn sales systems.
• Effective time management, attention to detail, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment with multiple priorities.
• Customer-focused with a professional demeanor and strong work ethic.
• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred but not required.
• Proficient in basic math functions.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a structured training program to learn inside sales systems, processes, and customer service practices.
• Shadow experienced Inside Sales Representatives to learn how to manage customer accounts, address inquiries, and provide solutions.
• Assist with processing customer quotes and orders, ensuring accuracy and timely communication.
• Support order entry, pricing reviews, product availability checks, and certification coordination.
• Learn to resolve customer complaints and discrepancies in collaboration with senior team members.
• Attend department meetings and training sessions to develop knowledge of company products, services, and industry standards.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to sales activities.
• Contribute to team goals by supporting sales outreach, order follow-up, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Adhere to all company safety protocols, procedures, and ethical standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Sales systems

Time management

Organizational skills

Customer-focused

Spanish (preferred)

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Earle M. Jorgensen Company in Phoenix, AZ is seeking an Inside Sales Trainee. This full-time program provides structured, hands-on training and day-to-day involvement in sales activities.

You'll learn to manage customer accounts, process quotes and orders, provide product support, and build a solid foundation in metals sales. Upon successful completion, you may transition into an Inside Sales Representative role.