Technical Sales Training Program

Saint-Gobain Group; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading training and career发展

Competitive compensation

Defined career path with advancement

Relocation support and home office set

Job summary

Saint-Gobain, a global leader in abrasives technology, invites motivated candidates to join as a Sales Trainee. You’ll complete a comprehensive training program to build product knowledge and sales skills, then manage a sales territory as the primary contact for customers and distributors.

The program includes hands-on fieldwork, travel to facilities, and a clear path for career advancement within a large organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent is required in Engineering, Business, Marketing, or related field.
• Strong customer-service and communication skills are essential.
• Willingness to relocate to open territories within the United States.

Responsibilities

• Manage a sales territory as the primary contact for customers and distributors.
• Solve customer challenges with Saint-Gobain solutions.
• Contribute to achieving sales targets and growing market share.

Skills

Sales skills

Mechanical aptitude

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Business/Marketing

Job description

Join Saint-Gobain, one of the world’s top 100 industrial companies, and become part of a global leader in abrasives technology. Our products are essential across industries—from automotive and aerospace to electronics, construction, and woodworking.

As a Sales Trainee, you’ll complete a comprehensive training program that equips you with deep product knowledge and strong sales skills. Upon graduation, you’ll manage a sales territory, serving as the primary contact for customers and distributors, helping them solve challenges with our innovative solutions.

What We Offer:

• Industry-leading training and development
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• A defined career path with advancement opportunities
• The backing of a global organization with 360 years of innovation

If you're driven, customer-focused, and ready to grow with a world-class team, we want to hear from you.

Is this job for you ?

We are seeking motivated candidates with a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Marketing, or equivalent experience. Ideal candidates will demonstrate mechanical aptitude and a strong interest in working across diverse and challenging manufacturing environments.

• A strong work ethic and a high level of self-discipline
• Self-motivation and enthusiasm
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Willingness to relocate to open territories within the United States

This is an exceptional opportunity to build a career in professional sales with the industry leader in technical industrial abrasives. We offer a competitive compensation package, including:

• Performance-based sales bonus plan
• Home office setup allowance
• Company-paid relocation to an established sales territory upon completion of training

SGA Sales Training Program: Position Yourself for Success

• Proven success: Over 60 years of training excellence
• Hands-on experience: Includes travel to SGA manufacturing facilities and fieldwork with experienced account executives
• Dynamic learning: Blend of technical and non-technical training

A team ready to welcome you

With more than 160 locations throughout North America, as well as opportunities to join us in 80 nations worldwide, you can go as far and as fast as your talent and ambition allow. Because we value collaboration and communication, you’ll have the opportunity to work with colleagues from a wide range of businesses, cultural experience, including some of the most respected experts in their fields. Saint-Gobain employees design, manufacture, and distribute materials and solutions for the construction, mobility, healthcare, and other industrial application markets.

Developed through a continuous innovation process, our products and services can be found everywhere in our living places and daily life, providing wellbeing, performance, and safety while addressing the challenges of sustainable construction, resource efficiency, and the fight against climate change. This strategy of responsible growth is guided by the Saint‑Gobain purpose, “MAKING THE WORLD A BETTER HOME”, which responds to the shared ambition of all women and men in the group to act every day to make the world a more beautiful and sustainable place to live. Join our innovative, passionate, and entrepreneurial community to improve the world of tomorrow with us.

Legal Statement

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint‑Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.

Benefits in joining us

Certain locations require pay information be provided in job postings. Saint‑Gobain aims to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support our employees’ well‑being and help improve daily life for themselves and their families. We believe in the importance of pay transparency in what we offer potential candidates. Provided is the national pay range for this position which is $64,500 to $97,500 per year. However, the base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.

In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for an annual bonus. The targeted bonus amount while in Sales Training is 8% with a max of 16% of base salary based on company and individual performance measures. The targeted bonus upon completion of the Sales Training is 0% with a max of 65% of base salary based on company and individual performance measures. Bonus payments are part of variable compensation and by nature can vary based on company and individual performance and is not a guarantee.

Saint‑Gobain is committed to helping you and your family be well in all aspects of your life. Be Well. Be You brings together inclusive programs and meaningful resources to support all aspects of your physical, emotional, financial, and social well‑being. Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs.

• Health and Well-being – Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.
  • Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
  • Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options
  • LiveWell Wellness Program
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave
• Retirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality.
  • 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP) Cash Balance Pension Plan
  • Company‑provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short‑Term Disability
  • Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long‑Term Disability, Critical Illness and
  • Accident Insurance
• Additional Benefits – Helping shape the experience and impact you want
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Group Legal
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Auto and Home Insurance
  • Pet Insurance and Discounts
  • Back‑up Child and Elder Care
  • PerkSpot Employee Discount Program
  • Volunteer Day

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