Sales & Distribution Trainee — PVF & Plumbing

Eastern Industrial Supplies, Inc; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastern Industrial Supplies, Inc. seeks an entry-level Sales and Distribution Trainee to launch a dynamic career in sales within our distribution center. You'll learn product flow, logistics, and material handling before transitioning into Inside Sales or Counter Sales.

This role emphasizes hands-on learning, teamwork, accurate quotations, order processing, and maintaining vendor relationships. You will gain operational knowledge of PVF and plumbing products, and use CRM tools while preparing

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree; August/December 2026 grads considered.
• Ability to work in a Warehouse environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.
• Proven ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Learn PVF and commercial plumbing product knowledge.
• Build and maintain customer and vendor relationships.
• Generate product quotations with specs, lead times, pricing, and logistics.
• Process orders received via eCommerce, phone, email, and in person.
• Respond to customer inquiries with timely project quotations.
• Coordinate with vendors and reps to streamline orders.
• Keep CRM and software knowledge up to date.
• Educate yourself on all company products.
• Stay informed on active marketing programs.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Organization & attention to detail

Time management

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Eastern Industrial Supplies, Inc. seeks an entry-level Sales and Distribution Trainee to launch a dynamic career in sales within our distribution center. You'll learn product flow, logistics, and material handling before transitioning into Inside Sales or Counter Sales.

This role emphasizes hands-on learning, teamwork, accurate quotations, order processing, and maintaining vendor relationships. You will gain operational knowledge of PVF and plumbing products, and use CRM tools while preparing