Sales Trainee: Launch Your Outside Sales Career

Airgas, Inc.; Stratford (CT); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life/AD&D

Disability Insurance

401(k) match

Tuition assistance

Paid holidays

Job summary

Airgas, Inc. is seeking a Sales Trainee to join our Hartford, CT area. You will travel within the assigned territory to nurture existing customers and pursue new ones, while learning Airgas products and sales processes in a comprehensive training program.

The role emphasizes developing sales plans, delivering presentations, and building strong relationships with internal teams. A driver’s license and local travel are required, with a strong career path in outside sales.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, preferably related to Business or Sales.
• Ability to effectively network and negotiate. Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and personal vehicle with insurance.
• Ambition to build a career in outside sales and sales leadership.
• Onsite work environment with local travel.

Responsibilities

• Travel throughout assigned territory to call on regular and prospective customers.
• Develop and execute plans to maintain and grow the existing customer base.
• Establish and maintain clear communication with internal departments regarding customer outcomes.
• Develop and execute plans to improve Airgas market share within the territory.
• Prepare and deliver effective sales presentations and proposals.
• Qualify and pursue sales leads from other Airgas segments.
• Keep management informed of territory performance and market trends.
• Submit annual sales plans and routine activity reports.
• Demonstrate leadership through open communication and safety focus.

Skills

Networking

Negotiation

Time management

Territory management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Airgas, Inc. is seeking a Sales Trainee to join our Hartford, CT area. You will travel within the assigned territory to nurture existing customers and pursue new ones, while learning Airgas products and sales processes in a comprehensive training program.

The role emphasizes developing sales plans, delivering presentations, and building strong relationships with internal teams. A driver’s license and local travel are required, with a strong career path in outside sales.