Packaging- Sales Trainee at Universal Forest Products Inc

Minneota, Minnesota, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 Jun, 26

Salary

60000.0

Posted On

28 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Business Math, Order Entry, Report Preparation, MS Office Suite, Time Management, Communication, Customer Relationship Management, Task Management, Meeting Planning, Purchasing Processes, Shipping Processes, Receiving Processes, Sales Cycle Understanding, Product Knowledge, Professionalism

Industry

Holding Companies

Description

Job Summary The Sales Trainee is responsible for learning Company products, policies, and procedures, and performs basic sales and customer service activities. Works under close direction of the Regional Sales Manager; little discretion and judgment on work priority; and a small degree of creativity is expected. Principle Duties and Responsibilities Understands and applies business math to manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy. Assists in production activities to gain a comprehensive understanding of operational procedures. Develops a thorough knowledge of UFPI-utilized Business Systems, applications, and sales tools. Enters orders in systems accurately and efficiently. Prepares detailed reports as required by supervisors and management. Utilizes MS Office Suite proficiently, including Teams and Outlook, to manage time, communication, and organizational tasks. Develops a comprehensive understanding of company products, procedures, and policies related to sales. Communicates effectively with all organizational levels and the public, both verbally and in writing. Demonstrates the ability to develop and maintain strong customer relationships. Assists in customer service activities, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly. Manages multiple tasks simultaneously, sets priorities, and meets deadlines consistently. Plans and executes meetings effectively, ensuring all necessary materials and participants are prepared. Understands the purchasing, shipping, and receiving processes within the company. Develops a comprehensive understanding of the sales cycle and process. Travels with Account Managers to become proficient with industry terms and assist in sales activities. Makes sales calls to current and prospective clients, demonstrating professionalism and product knowledge. Travels to other facilities as part of the best practice training Qualifications Bachelor's degree in business or marketing, or equivalent work experience Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and other software for business applications Click here to watch what a day in the life of a Sales Trainee looks like. Salary Pay Range: Starting base pay- $45,000 - $60,000 annually dependent on experience* *pay range may be adjusted depending on cost of living Benefits currently offered to our employees: Medical insurance Health savings account with company contribution Dental insurance Vision insurance Basic and voluntary life insurance Disability insurance 401(k) plan with company match Paid vacation and holidays Stock purchase program with employee discount Educational reimbursement Wellness programs and challenges Other supplemental benefits The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please watch our welcome video below to learn more about UFP Industries! Click Here to Review Truck Driver Postings Wondering what the companies of UFP Industries are all about? We're successful. We've been around for more than 65 years, and we've been profitable every year since our founding. We work hard, and we know how to set and beat records. We're competitive. Our line of work is demanding, but you'll get back what you put in and have fun doing it. We're family. We care for each other and want to see each other succeed. We enjoy watching each other build great careers and take advantage of the many opportunities we have to advance. And that makes UFP Industries a great place to be. We work hard and smart. We learn and grow from each other, from experience, from trial and error, from success. We collaborate to maintain our competitive edge. And we do it all on a global scale.

Responsibilities

The Sales Trainee is responsible for learning company products, policies, and procedures while performing basic sales and customer service activities under close direction. Key duties include applying business math, assisting in production, mastering business systems, entering orders accurately, preparing reports, and developing strong customer relationships.