Sales Trainee - Non Exempt

Consolidated Electrical Distributors; Pasadena (TX); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Consolidated Electrical Distributors (CED) invites candidates to join its competitive Sales Training Program, a roughly 24-month rotational path across Warehouse Operations, Customer Service, Account Management, Outside Sales, Purchasing, Operations and more. This program aims to empower you to become a successful Account Manager within the company.

Ideal candidates are proactive, detail-oriented, and have strong communication and time-management skills, with a Bachelor’s degree, a valid

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Strong negotiation skills preferred.
• Excellent communication and time-management abilities required.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to solve complex problems.

Responsibilities

• Learn all aspects of the CED business.
• Attend online and in-person classes at various locations.
• On-the-job training and mentoring.
• Establish and maintain relationships with customers.
• Goal planning with Division and Training Managers.

Skills

Negotiation

Attention to detail

Time management

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Summary

Job title: Sales Trainee - Non Exempt

Job ID: null

Department: Pasadena - IND

Location: null-null

Description

Summary:

We are actively seeking exemplary candidates to join CED’s competitive Sales Training Program. We provide the tools and training for learning the ins and outs of one of the nation’s fastest growing industries. In this approximate 24-month rotational position, you will be exposed to various roles in each facet of the company, gaining experience in Warehouse Operations, Customer Service, Account Management, Outside Sales, Purchasing, Operations and more! The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, exemplifies stellar time management and communication skills, and is excited to be empowered and involved in business goals and initiatives. This role is intended to provide the tools and training for being a successful Account Manager within the company.

Reports to: Location or Division Manager

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age

• Bachelor’s Degree

• Current, valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record

• Authorization to work in the United States (without requiring work authorization sponsorship by CED now or in the future)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong negotiation skills

• Strong attention to detail and time management

• Ability to solve complex problems

• The ideal candidate possesses outstanding communication skills, the desire for a career that makes a difference in the world, and thrives in a fast paced, multi-faceted industry

Working Conditions:

Conditions vary based on the trainee’s current segment of the training and will include warehouse, office and external environments. During some segments, activities will include lifting, sorting, standing, possible extreme heat/cold conditions. Office segments may include sitting for extended periods. Various segments will include some travel – both by car and by air.

Supervisory Responsibilities: No

Essential Job Functions:

• Learning all aspects of the CED business

• Attending classes online as well as in-person at various locations

• On the job training and mentoring

• Establish, develop, and maintain relationships and rapport with solar customers

• Goal planning with Division and Training Managers

CED is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability | Veteran