Rotational Sales Development Associate – Growth

Kendall Group; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kendall Group in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a Sales Development Associate as part of a rotational program to train across sales, operations, and project management. You will learn sales processes, interact with customers and suppliers, and work under a mentor to build core competencies in a fast-paced industrial distribution environment.

This role emphasizes cross-functional learning, strong communication, and hands-on development in a supportive, employee-owned company culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; related fields acceptable.
• Minimum GPA 3.0.
• Strong analytic and computer skills; comfortable with digital tools.

Responsibilities

• Learn and apply sales techniques with a mentor.
• Identify sales opportunities and convert to orders.
• Monitor quotations and follow up professionally.
• Attend customer visits with sales team member.
• Source new prospects to expand the customer base.
• Collaborate with management and technical teams on strategies.
• Participate in project management meetings.
• Engage in company-provided product training.

Skills

Sales process

Mentorship

Time management

Teamwork

Customer service

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business, marketing, engineering, sales, or related degree

GPA 3.0 or higher

Tools

Office365

Outlook

Teams

SharePoint

Job description

The Kendall Group in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a Sales Development Associate as part of a rotational program to train across sales, operations, and project management. You will learn sales processes, interact with customers and suppliers, and work under a mentor to build core competencies in a fast-paced industrial distribution environment.

This role emphasizes cross-functional learning, strong communication, and hands-on development in a supportive, employee-owned company culture.