Sales Development Associate- Jasper, IN - Jasper, IN

Kimball International; Jasper (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Kimball International in Jasper, Indiana launches a structured Sales Development Program designed to build capabilities for a career in field sales and related roles across the country. You will train with seasoned sales professionals, gain product knowledge, and contribute to business growth in a hands‑on, immersive 12–18 month program.

You will start in Jasper, Indiana with opportunities to transition into field sales, account management, dealer development, or marketing roles as you

Qualifications

• Clear communication and presence with confidence in presenting ideas.
• Motivated by goals, achievement, and measurable results.
• Willingness to learn quickly, embrace feedback, and stay focused.
• Ready to begin in Jasper, Indiana and relocate for future opportunities nationwide.

Responsibilities

• Support field sales professionals by collaborating with an assigned territory to drive growth.
• Identify new business opportunities by researching companies and connecting qualified prospects with the sales team.
• Develop customer solutions by recommending products and building quotes to meet needs.
• Support dealer partners by providing guidance on products, programs and processes.
• Gain in-market experience through travel opportunities supporting events and territory initiatives.

Skills

Communication and presence

Competitive drive

Adaptability and resilience

Mobility and ambition

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred (finance, business, analytics, economics, marketing)

Job description

If you prefer a career that offers different opportunities daily while working with a variety of people, Kimball International would like to talk to you. We are a family-friendly company that values the differences that make each associate unique.

Launch Your Career. Build Your Capabilities. Grow Across the U.S.

Join HNI, a leader in the commercial furnishings industry with a diverse portfolio of brands and build your future in field sales. Our Sales Development Program provides leading industry tools, training, and hands‑on experience to help you launch your career.

Your journey begins in Jasper, Indiana, home to our Kimball International brand headquarters. Through an immersive program lasting approximately 12-18 months, you'll develop your sales skills, expand your network, and demonstrate your ability to deliver results. You'll learn from some of the best in the industry and develop the skills and confidence to pursue field sales opportunities across the country.

Our Sales Development Program takes you from learning the business to owning results. You'll work alongside field sales professionals, contribute to business growth, and build the product knowledge, customer relationships, and sales capabilities to prepare for your next opportunity. As positions become available, associates who demonstrate readiness can transition into field sales roles. Your experience may also open paths into account management, dealer development, learning and development, product marketing, and other areas.

What You'll Do:

As a Sales Development Associate, you'll partner with dedicated field sales professionals to deliver concierge‑level support that helps the team win.

You'll gain experience across several areas:

• Support field sales professionals: Collaborate with an assigned territory to support customers and drive business growth.


• Identify new business opportunities: Research companies, uncover opportunities, and connect qualified prospects with the sales team.


• Develop customer solutions: Recommend products, build quotes, and help customers find solutions that meet their needs.


• Support dealer partners: Provide guidance on products, programs, and processes.


• Gain in-market experience: Participate in travel opportunities supporting sales events and territory initiatives.

Job Requirements

What You Bring:

• Communication and presence: You communicate clearly, present ideas confidently, manage your time effectively, and build credibility.


• Competitive drive: You're motivated by goals, achievement, and measurable results.


• Adaptability and resilience: You learn quickly, embrace feedback, and stay focused in a fast‑paced environment.


• Mobility and ambition: You're ready to begin in Jasper, Indiana, and open to relocating for future field sales opportunities nationwide.


• Education: A bachelor's degree, with studies in finance, business administration, analytics, economics, or marketing preferred. A sales certificate is also preferred.

EEO Statement

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

VISA Sponsorship

Kimball International, Inc. will not sponsor applicants for this position for employment/work visa status (e.g.. H-1B)

Posting Location

18 WP HQ