Inside Sales Trainee: Path to Rep with Incentives

Earle-M.-Jorgensen-Company; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plan with company match

Life and AD&D insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Time Off and holidays

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness incentives

Employee discount program

Community engagement

Job summary

EMJ is seeking a motivated Sales Trainee in Hayward, CA, to join the Inside Sales team. The program offers structured, hands-on training and daily involvement in sales activities, with the potential to advance to an Inside Sales Representative role upon successful completion of training.

You will learn to manage customer accounts, process quotes and orders, provide product support, and build a solid foundation in metals industry sales practices, with quarterly incentive opportunities tied to

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of professional experience in sales, service, or office setting.
• 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 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 professional demeanor and strong work ethic.

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

Customer-focused

Excellent written and verbal communic

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

EMJ is seeking a motivated Sales Trainee in Hayward, CA, to join the Inside Sales team. The program offers structured, hands-on training and daily involvement in sales activities, with the potential to advance to an Inside Sales Representative role upon successful completion of training.

You will learn to manage customer accounts, process quotes and orders, provide product support, and build a solid foundation in metals industry sales practices, with quarterly incentive opportunities tied to