Sales Trainee

Red Bull Distribution Company; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading beverage company in Arlington Heights is seeking a Sales Trainee to support sales initiatives and prepare for an Account Sales Manager role. Responsibilities include maintaining customer relationships and supporting route coverage during absences. Ideal candidates have a valid US driver’s license and some customer service experience. This is a full-time entry-level position offering the opportunity for growth within the company.

Qualifications

• Valid US Driver’s License and DOT Medical Card.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Experience in customer service and sales is a plus.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• English proficiency; additional languages advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Understand brand, products, and standards; maintain customer relationships.
• Gather tools and coordinate daily priorities.
• Support in-store execution and route coverage.
• Assist with audits, displays, and merchandising.

Job description

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This is a training role designed to prepare the Sales Trainee for the Account Sales Manager role. The role primarily supports sales initiatives and provides route coverage for the ASM during vacation, sickness, injury, or special projects. The ST will work with management to maintain customer relationships across sales, merchandising, and operations for all large & small format "off premise" stores. The ST must service all customers safely, productively, and professionally, adhering to Red Bull standards.

Responsibilities include:

• Training: The ST is in a training program with potential to interview for ASM roles post-completion. If no role is available, the ST can remain up to 12 months, with possible extension based on performance and availability.
• Business Acumen: Understand Red Bull's brand, products, and standards; build and maintain customer relationships.
• Daily Preparation: Gather tools and coordinate daily priorities with ASMs/DSMs.
• In Route Support: Support in-store execution, route coverage, and meet KPIs related to sales, distribution, pricing, and merchandising.
• Off Route Support: Assist with audits, displays, merchandising, and other duties to drive sales.

Qualifications:

• Valid US Driver’s License and DOT Medical Card
• Must be at least 21 years old
• Experience in customer service and sales is a plus
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
• English proficiency; additional languages advantageous

Red Bull Distribution Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Additional Details:

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Industry: Food and Beverage Services