Sales Operations Development Professional

Panasonic Corporation of North America; Bridgeton (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits

Retirement Savings & Investment Plan

Paid Time-Off Benefits

Educational Assistance

Health Management and Wellbeing

Job summary

Hussmann, a Panasonic subsidiary, is seeking a Sales Operations Development Professional to join the SODP program in St. Louis, MO. You will rotate through sales, logistics, and operations, supporting customer success and driving process improvement during structured assignments.

The program emphasizes hands-on projects, cross-functional teamwork, and skills in data analysis, reporting tools, and project management. After completion, you’ll be prepared for long‑term roles across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, engineering, technical studies, or related discipline preferred.
• 0-2 years related experience.
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft applications, including Excel and PowerPoint.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams.
• Desire for continuous learning and development through cross-training and rotational experiences.

Responsibilities

• Participate in structured rotational assignments across multiple Sales and Commercial Operations functions.
• Develop an understanding of the end-to-end commercial process, from quotation development through equipment delivery and customer support.
• Support daily business operations by assisting with sales support activities, order administration, quotation development, logistics coordination, engineering support, and process improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with sales, manufacturing, engineering, supply chain, customer service, finance, and other cross-functional teams to support business objectives.
• Assist in analyzing operational processes and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, quality, and customer satisfaction.
• Learn and become proficient in Hussmann business systems, reporting tools, and operational processes.
• Complete and present rotational projects, findings, and recommendations to department leadership.
• Build technical knowledge of Hussmann products, systems, and customer solutions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, engineering, or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Overview

The Sales Operations Development Professional (SODP) Program is designed to develop future leaders and specialists within Hussmann’s Sales and Commercial Operations organization. Through structured rotational experience, participants will gain exposure to key operational functions while building the technical, analytical, and business skills necessary to support customer success and drive operational excellence.

You’ll kick off your adventure in our headquarters in St. Louis, MO with orientation and foundational training. Throughout the program, you will rotate through several key sales and commercial operations functions, gaining hands‑on experience supporting customers, sales teams, manufacturing facilities, and business operations. Assignments are designed to provide broad exposure to the commercial lifecycle while helping participants develop technical expertise, business acumen, and project management capabilities.

Potential rotational assignments may include:

• Sales Support
• Quotation
• Logistics
• Operational Excellence
• Application Engineering

During each rotation, participants will work on meaningful projects, collaborate with cross‑functional teams, learn Hussmann products and business systems, participate in customer site visits, and engage in formal and on‑the‑job training opportunities.

This is an 18-24 month paid development program designed to help participants gain knowledge, acquire new experiences, and develop the skills required for long‑term success at Hussmann. After honing your skills through the program, you can expect to pursue opportunities where you can apply your operational, analytical, and technical knowledge to support business performance and customer success across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Participate in structured rotational assignments across multiple Sales and Commercial Operations functions
• Develop an understanding of the end‑to‑end commercial process, from quotation development through equipment delivery and customer support
• Support daily business operations by assisting with sales support activities, order administration, quotation development, logistics coordination, engineering support, and process improvement initiatives
• Collaborate with sales, manufacturing, engineering, supply chain, customer service, finance, and other cross‑functional teams to support business objectives
• Assist in analyzing operational processes and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, quality, and customer satisfaction
• Learn and become proficient in Hussmann business systems, reporting tools, and operational processes
• Complete and present rotational projects, findings, and recommendations to department leadership
• Build technical knowledge of Hussmann products, systems, and customer solutions

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, engineering, technical studies, or related discipline preferred
• 0-2 years related experience
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and critical thinking skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft applications, including Excel and PowerPoint
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in cross‑functional teams
• Desire for continuous learning and development through cross‑training and rotational experiences

Benefits & Perks – What’s In It For You*

Hussmann is committed to supporting your total wellbeing through a wide variety of benefits and wellness programs to support your physical, emotional, financial, social, and environmental health. Here’s what you can expect:

• Health Benefits – Offering medical, dental, vision, prescription plans, plus Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options.
• Voluntary Benefits – Life, accident, critical illness, disability, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance.
• Hussmann Retirement Savings & Investment Plan – 401(k) plan with company matching contributions and immediate vesting.
• Paid Time-Off Benefits – Paid time off, stewardship and parental leave.
• Educational Assistance – Tuition reimbursement for job‑related courses after six months of service.
• Health Management and Wellbeing Programs –EAP, virtual health management, chronic condition, and tobacco cessation.

*Available to eligible employees starting the first day of the month following their start date. Eligibility for each benefit may vary based on employment status.

About Hussmann

For over a century, Hussmann Corporation has been a global leader in commercial refrigeration equipment — delivering solutions that meet the demands of the modern food retailing industry. Headquartered in St. Louis, MO, Hussmann offers a diverse range of products and connected solutions designed to enhance operational efficiency, optimize visibility of merchandise, and keep food fresh. With a nationwide network of skilled technicians, Hussmann goes beyond manufacturing — a trusted partner, relentlessly driving customer success. For more information about Hussmann, please visit www.hussmann.com.

Hussmann is a subsidiary of Panasonic USA.

Hussmann is proudly committed to creating an inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to veteran status, disability, age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetics, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.