Summary Job title: Sales Trainee* Job ID: 202541570004 Department: Lincoln - RES Location: NE-Lincoln Description Summary: Rensenhouse's competitive Sales Training Program provides 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 all aspects of the business. 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. In this position, you will: + Learn all aspects of the Rensenhouse business + Attend classes online as well as in-person at various locations + Participate in on- the-job training and mentoring + Establish, develop, and maintain relationships and rapport with Clients + Contribute to goal-planning with Manager Reports to: Adam Learmont Minimum Qualifications: + Must be at least 18 years of age + Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent work / technical experience + 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) + Strong communication skills in both written and spoken English + Computer proficiency + Demonstrated capacity to learn technical product knowledge. + Demonstrated ability to provide a high level of customer service and handle multiple priorities at once Preferred Qualifications: + Must be personally driven and self-motivated. Should display initiative and perseverance. + Must have stellar multitasking and prioritizing ability, as well as a strong sense of urgency. + Must be organized and have a system for note taking and recollection of information. + Possess strong problem-solving skills and be creative in your thinking. + Must have the humility to admit when you need help and ask for assistance. + Teamwork + Detail-oriented + Flexibility Working Conditions: + This job operates primarily in an office environment and includes warehouse work and conditions. This role routinely uses standard office equipment. + While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to: + stand; walk; sit; + use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; + reach with hands and arms; + climb stairs; + talk or hear. + The employee must occasionally lift or move products and supplies, up to 50 pounds. Supervisory Responsibilities: No Essential Job Functions: SAMPLE TRAINING SCHEDULE + Warehouse Training 6 weeks + Safety and equipment operation; shipping/receiving; freight claims; paper processing; backorders; warehouse organization; product familiarity + Counter Sales 5 months + Product knowledge; customer interface and sales ability + Operations 10 weeks + Includes credit office, service center, and administration + Inside Sales 6-7 months + Phone sales techniques; develop job requirements; joint calls with outside salesmen + Purchasing 2 months + Inventory control (stock level); write-downs + Outside Sales 12 months + New and current account development with sales and GP goals Enjoy winning sales orders and growing market share, through negotiations and reaching team oriented sales and GP goals. + Provide outstanding customer service to all current and potential customers, mainly via telephone and email + Write orders with accuracy and in accordance to all sales policies and procedures + Maintain current customer base + Participate in monthly sales initiatives and always seek to grow business in the best interest of Rensenhouse and our Clients + Communicate and cooperate with Account Managers and other CED employees like the Solutions Consultants and AIMM Services groups for all pertinent activities + Communicate process improvement ideas + Provide timely follow-up on all customer orders, quotes, and materials + Maintain up-to-date awareness with new and existing products and services + Utilize CRM software as a hub of knowledge for Client information and projects that need to be followed up on + Stay curious and strive to be the easiest partner for our clients to work with. CED is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability | Veteran Compensation Range: The compensation range for this position is $20 to $23 hourly. Other Compensation: The following additional compensation may be applicable for this position: + Bonus + Profit Sharing Benefits: Benefits available for this position are: + Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision Care for full-time positions + 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