Inside Sales Trainee - RISE Program

NEFCO Construction Supply LLC; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

NEFCO Construction Supply LLC is seeking candidates for its RISE Program, a one-year rotational development track designed for high-potential individuals pursuing a long-term Inside Sales career in the construction supply industry.

Participants gain hands-on experience through structured rotations in Warehouse Operations and Inside Sales, plus cross-functional shadowing across Delivery, Purchasing, Pricing, and Vendor Management. The program culminates in readiness for an Inside Sales role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial distribution, supply chain, business, or related field.
• Strong interest in sales and the distribution industry.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, hands-on environment; team-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Rotate through Warehouse Operations and Inside Sales to learn core business functions.
• Support customers in quotes and orders, building product knowledge and relationships.
• Shadow cross-functional teams (Delivery, Purchasing, Pricing, Vendor Management Inventory, Outside Sales).
• Develop foundation to transition to an Inside Sales role.

Skills

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Sales interest

Verbal & written communication

Organizational skills

Team-oriented

Fast-paced environment

Education

Bachelor's degree in industrial distribution / supply chain / business

Job description

Description

Job Summary

The RISE Program is NEFCO's premier entry-level rotational development program designed for high-potential individuals pursuing a long-term career in Inside Sales. Over the course of one year, participants gain deep operational and commercial knowledge of our construction supply business through structured rotations and mentorship.

You'll graduate from the program with hands-on experience, cross-functional exposure, and the foundation to step into an Inside Sales role supporting customers in the fast-paced construction industry.

Program Structure

Over 12 months, participants will rotate through the following areas:

Core Rotations

• Warehouse Operations (3 Months): Learn the backbone of our business by working hands-on in receiving, order picking, inventory control, packing, and shipping.
• Inside Sales (4-6 Months): Engage directly with customers, process quotes and orders, recommend products, and build lasting relationships to drive revenue.

Cross-Functional Shadowing

Gain exposure to critical areas through short-term shadowing assignments:

• Delivery Operations - Understand customer expectations and jobsite delivery processes
• Purchasing - Learn how we source and negotiate with vendors
• Pricing Analysis - See how competitive pricing strategy is developed
• Vendor Management Inventory - Ride along with associate to jobsites and replenishing inventory
• Outside Sales - Ride along with account managers and visit construction sites

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in industrial Distribution, Supply Chain, Business, or related field
• Strong interest in sales and the distribution industry
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, hands-on environment
• Team-oriented with a willingness to learn from others