Sales Associate - Summer 2027 Internship Program

Heartland Business Systems, LLC.; West Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Growth opportunities

Community involvement

Personal development

Employee celebrations

Green initiatives

Personal time off

Work life balance

Recognition and awards

Job summary

Heartland Business Systems, LLC. is seeking a Sales Associate candidate who will work directly with customers to understand their business operations and how we can add value through IT solutions.

The role includes learning Heartland’s sales practices, supporting various sales functions, and collaborating with the team to exceed goals while developing professional skills and customer relationships.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in sales, business, IT, or related field.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Maintain an outcome focused mindset.
• Have strong prioritization skills.
• Always be a team player.
• Carry a professional attitude and respectful demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Gain understanding of Heartland Business Systems sales practices, as well as knowledge about our services and solutions.
• Provide support to Solutions Consultants, Business Development, Marketing and Inside Sales Representatives.
• Work with Sales team to prospect new business through leads and collaboration with colleagues to exceed goals.
• Develop your professional skills through on-the-job learning.
• Develop the ability to build relationships with customers at varying levels of seniority.
• Assist all levels of Sales team with projects as assigned.

Skills

Team player

Prioritization

Outcome-focused mindset

Professional attitude

Education

Pursuing Bachelor's degree in sales/business/IT

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

The Sales Associate will have the opportunity to work directly with customers to understand their business operations and educate them on how we can add value to their organization through implementation of Heartlands IT solutions.

Roles and Responsibilities / Essential Functions:

• Gain understanding of Heartland Business Systems sales practices, as well as knowledge about our services and solutions.
• Provide support to Solutions Consultants, Business Development, Marketing and Inside Sales Representatives.
• Work with Sales team to prospect new business through leads and collaboration with colleagues to exceed goals.
• Develop your professional skills through on-the-job learning.
• Develop the ability to build relationships with customers at varying levels of seniority.
• Assist all levels of Sales team with projects as assigned.

Requirements

How to qualify:

• Must be pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in sales, business, IT, or related field.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 3.5 GPA
• Maintain an outcome focused mindset
• Have strong prioritization skills
• Always be a team player
• Carry a professional attitude and respectful demeanor

Why HBS?

Heartland Business Systems is one of THE LARGEST technology VARs or Value-Added Resellers in the Midwest. Anything that happens with computers – we do it! We PRIDE ourselves on our Core Values of:

Performance – HBS is driven to achieve exceptional results in all aspects of our business.

Respect – HBS Team Members demonstrate personal integrity and professionalism when dealing with all internal and external contacts.

Innovation – HBS is passionate to serve our internal and external customers with innovative solutions to enhance their success.

Development – HBS is committed to developing ourselves and each other in ways that support and improve the performance of ourselves and our business.

Excellence – HBS takes great pride in all we do and strive for excellence always.

What you can expect from HBS:

• Competitive Compensation Package (May include but not limited to: Bonus, Incentive, Commission, Fair Wage, Retirement Plans, Benefits with HSA Compatible Plans)
• Growth Opportunities
• Community Involvement
• Personal Development
• Employee and Family Celebrations
• Green Initiatives
• Personal Time Off
• Work Life Balance
• Recognition and Awards

Day in and day out, you will be a part of a collaborative, innovative and award-winning team that will make you a better professional. Choose HBS today!

Heartland Business Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Including Disabled and Veterans.