Sales Trainee

Buckeye Corrugated, Inc. (BCI); City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Buckeye Corrugated, Inc. (BCI) is seeking an Account Executive trainee to begin a 12-18 month sales program in an office setting in the Rochester area. You will train to become a long-term Account Executive, focusing on sales and customer service standards.

Responsibilities include following safety rules, meeting defined targets, collaborating with the Sales Manager, and contributing fresh ideas to grow the business. A Bachelor’s degree in sales/marketing is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in sales/marketing or equivalent.
• Two years outside selling or related experience is preferred but not required.
• Experience in the corrugated box industry is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Meet or exceed operating standards in sales and customer service as set annually by the Sales Manager.
• Achieve goals set jointly with the Sales Manager.
• Participate in advancing the business through new and innovative ideas.
• Weekly review with the Sales Manager to ensure trainees develop the needed skills.
• Exhibit professional behavior at all times and treat others with respect.
• Full-time role in an office setting.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in sales/marketing

Job description

Compensation

• $52,000-$60,000 per year, quarterly bonuses

Duties And Responsibilities

• 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


• 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 Sales Manager


• Participate in advancing the business through new and innovative ideas


• Review of the training program goals with the Sales Manager on a weekly basis to ensure the Sales Trainee is acquiring the skills necessary in becoming a successful Account Executive


• 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

Desired Qualifications And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in sales/marketing


• 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

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.