Consolidated Electrical Distributors
Summary
Job title: Sales Trainee*
Job ID: null
Department: Rochester - Greentech Renewables
Location: null-null
Description 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.
Responsibilities
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 Managers
Reports to: Justin Richardson
Minimum 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)
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
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.
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.
Compensation Range The compensation range for this position is $45,000 to $55,000 hourly.
Other Compensation
Profit Sharing
Benefits
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
Equal Opportunity Statement CED is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Disability | Veteran
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Job title: Sales Trainee*
Job ID: null
Department: Rochester - Greentech Renewables
Location: null-null
Description 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.
Responsibilities
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 Managers
Reports to: Justin Richardson
Minimum 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)
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
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.
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.
Compensation Range The compensation range for this position is $45,000 to $55,000 hourly.
Other Compensation
Profit Sharing
Benefits
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
Equal Opportunity Statement CED is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Disability | Veteran
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