Sales Development Program Assoc I

Wells Enterprises; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Wells Enterprises, a Ferrero company, is seeking a Sales Development Associate I in Chicago to learn the fundamentals of frontline selling. You will manage a sales territory, deliver on KPIs, and gain exposure to Business Development and Sales Analytics through planned rotations.

The role emphasizes building customer relationships, using SCDB and reporting tools, and participating in ongoing corporate training to advance within the Sales organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business or related field.
• 1–2 years sales and analytical experience.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Willing to relocate multiple times.

Responsibilities

• Manage a sales territory with a mix of chain grocery stores, Walmart, and independent stores.
• Build foundational sales skills, merchandising, and KPI tracking.
• Complete store calls: verify pricing, distribution, stock levels and promotions.
• Use SCDB and other tools to track and report; complete district reports.
• Develop customer relationships through regular store visits and follow-ups.
• Observe and assist in calls with Managers and reps; participate in training.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Relationship building

Analytical skills

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Finance/Sales/Marketing

Tools

SCDB

Job description

Job Description

Company: Wells Enterprises (a Ferrero Company)

Functional Area: Sales

The Role

The Sales Development Associate I will develop a foundational understanding of being a salesperson at Wells. In year one, you will manage a territory and deliver on KPIs while building the skills and behaviors necessary to advance to other assignments/rotations within the Sales organization. Rotation two will be on our Category Management/Sales Analytics team. Rotation three will most likely be in a Business Development/Account Sales role.

What You’ll Do

• Manages a sales territory with a mix of Chain Grocery Stores, Walmart's and Independent Stores. Responsible for delivering on KPI's (call frequency/calls per day/displays/etc).
• Develop a foundational understanding of the role of a front-line salesperson at Wells, merchandising, utilize tools and resources, and KPI's.
• Effectively completes requirements at each store call including: verify pricing and distribution, scanning out-of-stocks and low inventory, reload inventory, complete out-of-stock form, review upcoming promotions and out-of-stocks with frozen manager, complete store insights as requested, secure and build incremental displays and face remaining product.
• Utilizes Store Call Database (SCDB) tool and other tools for tracking and reporting. Effectively completes all required district reports such as store audits, out of stocks and expense reports, etc.
• Establishes strong customer relationships through regular store visits and interaction with key store personnel. Ensures follow-up on any issues or discrepancies.
• Gains exposure to and inters with Business Development Managers, Sales Rep II's and other sales support functions within Wells. Observes BDMs and Rep II's in account calls. Assists in call preparation, execution and follow-up.
• Actively participates in Corporate and functional skill development training throughout Sales Operations rotation. Applies learnings in day-to-day work where appropriate.

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Qualifications

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelors degree required in Business, Finance, Sales, Marketing or similar field; analytics coursework.
• 1-2 years of sales experience and analytical experience preferred.
• Strong communication skills, problem solving, follow-through, business acumen, analytical skills, curiosity, decision making, customer service, attention to detail, professionalism, building relationships.
• Ability to work independently, self-starter, self-motivated, must be able to relocate multiple times, think on feet, strong desire to advance.
• Reports to – Region Manager
• Direct Reports – None
• Indirect Reports – None

The base pay range for this position is $60,000 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law. This pay range represents the anticipated salary for this position at this time.

Wells Enterprises is an EEO/AA employer M/F/Vet/Dis

About Us

Wells Enterprises, a Ferrero company, is one of the largest ice cream manufacturers in the United States and the maker of well-loved brands including Blue Bunny, Halo Top, Bomb Pop, and Blue Ribbon Classics and today Trolli, Butterfinger 100grand, Baby Ruth, Nutella and Kinder Bueno.

Wells Enterprises is a 2 billion company employing 4,000 employees, across 4 production plants and 2 main hub locations, Chicago and Le Mars. Guided by innovation, quality, and a people-first mindset, Wells is committed to delighting consumers and developing exceptional teams.

As part of the Ferrero Group, Wells combines its strong U.S. heritage with Ferrero’s global standards of excellence, offering a unique opportunity to grow within a dynamic, values-driven, and international environment.

At Wells, our people—and their experience—sit at the heart of our ambition. Learn more at www.wellsenterprisesinc.com.

What We Offer

At Wells, we’re proud to support our employees with comprehensive benefits that enhance health, financial wellness, and include paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual incentive bonus based on Company performance. Learn more about our benefits here.