Sales Intern

Heidelberg Materials North America; Jamesville (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials North America is seeking an enthusiastic intern to support the sales team in identifying new opportunities and maintaining client relationships in a dynamic environment.

You will assist with analyzing market trends, preparing sales reports, and collaborating on marketing campaigns while learning product knowledge to provide valuable insights to customers. You will participate in sales meetings and team projects to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced materials business.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to build rapport with clients.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt in a dynamic environment.
• Basic understanding of sales principles or willingness to develop.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support the sales team in identifying new customer opportunities and maintaining existing client relationships.
• Assist with analyzing market trends and preparing sales reports to track performance metrics.
• Collaborate with team members to develop and execute marketing campaigns.
• Learn and apply product knowledge to provide valuable insights to customers.
• Participate in sales meetings, networking events, and team projects.

Skills

Strong communication

Rapport building

Willingness to learn

Sales fundamentals

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

About Us

Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada with approximately 9,000 employees.

Job Description

What You'll Be Doing

• Support the sales team in identifying new customer opportunities and maintaining existing client relationships.
• Assist with analyzing market trends and preparing sales reports to track performance metrics.
• Collaborate with team members to develop and execute marketing campaigns.
• Learn and apply product knowledge to provide valuable insights to customers.
• Participate in sales meetings, networking events, and team projects.

What Are We Looking For

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport.
• Eagerness to learn and apply knowledge in a dynamic environment.
• Basic understanding of sales principles or a willingness to quickly develop such knowledge.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in using software like Microsoft Office Suite or similar tools.

Conditions of Employment

• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check.

Work Environment

• Role operates primarily in environments where the conditions include moving mechanical equipment, inclement weather, heat, cold, humidity, and elevated noise level.

What We Offer

• $23.00 to $29.00 per hour

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled.

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As part of our hiring process, we may use AI-assisted tools to support the screening and evaluation of candidate applications and interviews. These tools help streamline the initial assessment, but all decisions about candidate advancement are made by human recruiters and hiring managers. While technology supports early steps, every interview will be handled by experienced recruiters and hiring managers to provide a personal touch.