Sales Trainee

About the Role

BCI is looking for talented, passionate associates to join our Sales Trainee program. The Sales Trainee will be enrolled in a 12-18 month sales training program to prepare and equip the associate with the knowledge and skills in learning the corrugated packaging industry to become a part of our successful Account Executive team. This is a full-time role in an office setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Follow established safety rules, policies and procedures.
• Participate in a 12-18 month sales training program to prepare for a long-term position with BCI as an Account Executive.
• Meet or exceed the operating standards in the areas of sales and customer service.
• Achieve in meeting or exceeding the developed professional goals set and agreed upon between yourself and the Sales Manager.
• Participate in advancing the business through new and innovative ideas.
• Review training program goals with the Sales Manager on a weekly basis to ensure the Sales Trainee is acquiring the skills necessary in becoming a successful Account Executive.
• Exhibit professional behavior at all times and treat others with respect.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Strong communication, interpersonal, listening, and verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly motivated and results-orientated individual who can work well both independently and within a team environment.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as sales reports, operating instructions, and training and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write reports and correspondence.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, costs, proportions, percentages, and volume.
• Strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in sales/marketing.
• Two years outside selling or related experience – preferred, but not required.
• Experience in the corrugated box industry – preferred, but not required.
• Valid driver’s license, safe driving record, and reliable transportation.

About BCI

Buckeye Corrugated, Inc. (BCI) is a privately held, employee-owned company with twelve (12) corrugated manufacturing facilities, providing an extensive range of corrugated packaging products. BCI provides competitive pay and a robust benefits package including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision and life insurance, disability benefits, 401(k), paid time off and holidays, as well as a bonus plan and opportunity for employee stock ownership.