Sales Development Associate — Early Career Path

Sacbar; Bakersfield, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 83,097,000 - 88,828,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

401(k) plan with company match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Life and disability insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Herc Rentals in Bakersfield, CA is seeking a ProSales Associate for an Early Career Sales Program. This full-time role offers hands-on field exposure, structured training, and a clear path toward a Territory Sales Representative position within 12 months.

You will participate in the Black and Gold Academy, learn equipment offerings, engage customers, and develop sales skills across account management and territory planning while supporting revenue growth in assigned markets.

Qualifications

• 0-5 years of sales experience or relevant customer facing experience.
• Recent graduates or early career candidates encouraged to apply.
• Associate or bachelor's degree preferred.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel within assigned territory.
• Interest in a long term sales career with opportunities for advancement.

Responsibilities

• Participate in Herc Rentals' Black and Gold Academy, a structured, high impact sales development program.
• Receive training in professional selling skills, account management, territory planning, and customer engagement.
• Learn Herc Rentals' full product and service portfolio, including equipment, solutions, and specialty divisions.
• Shadow Territory Sales Representatives, visit customer job sites, and support revenue growth within territories.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer engagement

Time management

Willingness to learn

Relationship building

Relocation flexibility

Education

Associate or bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Herc Rentals in Bakersfield, CA is seeking a ProSales Associate for an Early Career Sales Program. This full-time role offers hands-on field exposure, structured training, and a clear path toward a Territory Sales Representative position within 12 months.

You will participate in the Black and Gold Academy, learn equipment offerings, engage customers, and develop sales skills across account management and territory planning while supporting revenue growth in assigned markets.