Sales Trainee*

SummaryJob title: Sales Trainee*Job ID: nullDepartment: San Antonio - CEDLocation: null-nullDescriptionSummary:CED'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 CED 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 solar customers+ Contribute to goal-planning with Division and Training ManagersReports to: Jason WarnerMinimum 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: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: NoEssential 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 goalsEnjoy winning sales orders and growing market share, through negotiations and reaching team oriented sales and GP goals.+ Develop sales opportunities with current customers and build rapport; providing technical information and explanations; preparing quotations.+ Develop accounts by checking customer's buying history; suggesting related and new items; explaining technical features.+ Maintain a proactive approach to all accounts and their needs through constant communication and prompt responses+ Provide competitive quotes for daily purchases, monthly buys and annual contracts.+ Fill orders by transferring orders to fulfillment; communicating expected delivery date; explaining stock-outs.+ Update job knowledge by studying new product descriptions and participating in educational opportunities.+ Accomplish department and organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests and exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.+ Responsibilities also include counter sales, receiving, stocking, order fulfillment, and occasionally customer delivery.CED is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability | VeteranCompensation Range:The compensation range for this position is $60000 to $70000 annually.Other Compensation:The following additional compensation may be applicable for this position:+ Profit SharingBenefits: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