Sales Trainee - Non Exempt

Consolidated Electrical Distributors; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit Sharing

Health insurance

Dental & Vision insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k)

Paid sick leave

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

HSA with match

Dependent Care FSA

Teladoc

Parental leave

Job summary

Consolidated Electrical Distributors (CED) is offering a Sales Trainee – Non Exempt program in Raleigh to immerse you in Warehouse Operations, Customer Service, Account Management, Outside Sales, Purchasing, and Operations. This approximately 24‑month rotation will build a strong foundation for a future Account Manager role within the company.

Ideal candidates are proactive, detail‑oriented, and excel in time management and communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Strong negotiation, detail orientation, and communication skills preferred.
• Proactive, time‑manged, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Negotiation skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Summary

Job title: Sales Trainee - Non Exempt

Job ID: null

Department: Raleigh - CED

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: 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

Other Compensation:

The following additional compensation may be applicable for this position:

• Profit Sharing

Benefits:

Benefits available for this position are:

• Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision Care for full-time positions

• Insurance - Medical only for part-time positions, 30+ hours/week

• Disability Insurance

• Life Insurance

• 401(k)

• Paid Sick Leave

• Paid Holidays

• Paid Vacation

• Health Savings Account (HSA) and matching

• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

• Teledoc

• Paid Pregnancy & New Parent Leave