Sales Business Trainee

About the Role

Buckeye Corrugated, Inc. (BCI) is seeking talented, passionate associates for its Sales Trainee program. The program is designed to equip associates with the knowledge and skills in the corrugated packaging industry over 12-18 months to prepare them for a successful role as an Account Executive.

Key Responsibilities

• Follow established safety rules, policies, and procedures.
• Participate in a 12-18 month sales training program.
• Meet or exceed operating standards in sales and customer service.
• Achieve professional goals as set and agreed upon with the Sales Manager.
• Advance the business through new and innovative ideas.
• Review training program goals with the Sales Manager weekly.
• Exhibit professional behavior and treat others with respect.
• Full-time role in an office setting.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong communication, interpersonal, listening, and verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly motivated and results-oriented individual.
• Ability to work well independently and within a team.
• 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.