Sales Trainee (Portland, OR market)

Modern Woodmen of America; Rock Island (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Modern Woodmen of America is seeking Sales Trainees across multiple markets, including Rock Island, IL, to undergo structured training for future sales management roles. This full-time position involves supporting sales activities, developing client relationships, and completing necessary licensing, with an attractive salary plus commissions and relocation support.

Benefits

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Holidays and benefits

Relocation support

Career development

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, sales, marketing, or related field.
• Ability to obtain Life and Health licenses and FINRA securities licenses.
• Strong customer relationship and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Learn Modern Woodmen products, sales processes, and systems.
• Support sales activities like lead generation and cold calling.
• Identify new sales opportunities and contribute to revenue growth.

Skills

Customer relationship skills

Communication skills

Sales skills

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, sales, marketing, or related field

Job description

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Modern Woodmen of America is seeking two Sales Trainees from markets including St. Louis, MO; St. Paul, MN; Boise, ID; Portland, OR; Pittsburgh, PA; or Las Vegas, NV. Trainees will undergo a structured training program to develop skills for a sales management role. The position requires obtaining industry licenses, with hands-on experience in sales, account management, customer relationships, and team leadership. Relocation to Rock Island, IL, is required for approximately twelve months, after which you will return to your community to apply your skills.

Modern Woodmen of America is a large fraternal benefit society with assets over $18 billion, providing life insurance, investment products, and volunteer opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Learn Modern Woodmen products, sales processes, and systems.
• Support sales activities like lead generation, cold calling, and prospect qualification.
• Identify new sales opportunities and contribute to revenue growth.
• Build relationships with clients and understand their needs.
• Maintain sales records and CRM systems.
• Participate in training sessions and shadow senior managers.
• Analyze performance metrics and assist in sales reporting.
• Gradually take on more account management responsibilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business, sales, marketing, or related field.
• Ability to obtain Life and Health licenses and FINRA securities licenses.
• Strong customer relationship and communication skills.

What We Offer

• Salary: $40,000-$48,000 plus commissions.
• Full-time onsite work at our Rock Island, IL headquarters.
• Long-term stability and career development.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and benefits.
• Relocation support and a vibrant community lifestyle.

Modern Woodmen is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity.