Sales Trainee

Buckeye-Corrugated,-Inc.; City of Plattsburgh (NY); On-site; USD 58,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Buckeye Corrugated, Inc. is seeking a Sales Trainee enrolled in a 12-18 month training program to prepare for a future Account Executive or Customer Service role. You will gain industry knowledge and build essential sales skills in a structured environment.

The program emphasizes safety, goal achievement, and professional development, with a clear path to long-term opportunities. A bachelor’s degree is preferred, and strong MS Office skills are expected in an office setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; required for Account Executive position.
• Two years outside selling or related experience – preferred, but not required
• Experience in the corrugated box industry – preferred, but not required
• Valid driver’s license, safe driving record and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a 12-18 month sales training program to prepare for a long-term position with BCI as an Account Executive or Customer Service Representative.
• Meet or exceed the operating standards in the areas of sales and customer service. Standards are communicated annually by the manager.
• Achieve the professional goals developed and agreed upon with the manager.
• Exhibit professional behavior and treat others with respect.
• Full-time role in an office setting.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Analytical reading of reports

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Sales Trainee will be enrolled in our 12-18 month sales training program to prepare and equip the associate with the knowledge and skills in learning the corrugated packaging industry to become a part of our successful Account Executive team.

Duties and Responsbilities

• Tasks related to this position may vary and are not limited to those listed below:
• Follow established safety rules, policies and procedures at all times
• Participate in a 12-18 month sales training program to prepare for a long-term position with BCI as an Account Executive or Customer Service Representative
• Meet or exceed the operating standards in the areas of sales and customer service. Such standards will be set annually and communicated to the Account Executive
• Achieve in meeting or exceeding the developed professional goals set to and agreed upon between yourself and the manager
• Participate in advancing the business through new and innovative ideas
• Exhibit professional behavior at all times and treating others with respect
• Full-time role in an office setting

Desired Skills and Behavioral Strengths:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Strong communication, interpersonal, listening and verbal and written communication skills
• Highly motivated and results-orientated individual who can work well both independently and within a team environment
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as sales reports, operating instructions and training and procedure manuals
• Ability to write reports and correspondence
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, costs, proportions, percentages and volume
• Strong attention to detail

• Bachelor’s degree preferred. Required for Account Executive position.
• Two years outside selling or related experience – preferred, but not required
• Experience in the corrugated box industry – preferred, but not required
• Valid driver’s license, safe driving record and reliable transportation

$28 - $30 an hour

• $58,000-$62,000 per year, quarterly bonuses

About BCI

Buckeye Corrugated, Inc. (BCI) is a privately held, employee-owned company with twelve (12) corrugated manufacturing facilities, providing an extensive range of corrugated packaging products. Located in ten states, our services and capabilities include custom-designed corrugated packaging, point-of-purchase displays, point-of-sale packaging along with fulfillment and logistics. Simply stated, we do not just make boxes. We build the means to shape impressions and influence perceptions.

BCI provides competitive pay and a robust benefits package including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision and life insurance, disability benefits, 401(k), paid time off and holidays, as well as a bonus plan and opportunity for employee stock ownership.