Emerging Leaders Development Program - Sales (Twin Cities, MN)

About the Role

The QXO Emerging Leaders Development Program (ELDP) is a one-year, accelerated leadership track designed for early-career professionals aspiring to establish a career in sales. Participants lead business-critical initiatives, manage defined territory segments, and apply independent judgment to influence customer relationships, operational performance, and revenue growth. This program prepares individuals for placement into Outside Sales roles upon successful completion.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end territory management, including strategy development, opportunity identification, and customer engagement.
• Prioritize prospects, shape solutions, and execute sales activities to accelerate revenue and support business objectives.
• Drive operational and commercial performance by partnering across key functions to identify business challenges, analyze operational data, and implement strategic improvements.
• Own strategic workstreams, evaluating complex business challenges, synthesizing market and customer insights, and proposing data-informed solutions.
• Manage the full sales cycle for assigned accounts or territory segments, including pipeline forecasting, pricing recommendations, and deal execution.
• Advance leadership competencies and strategic thinking through individualized coaching and development.

Qualifications

• College graduate (bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain, or related field) or candidate with 1–2 years of industry experience.
• Energetic, goal-oriented communicator with a passion for building customer relationships and creating business value.
• Comfortable with a dynamic, field-based work environment and willing to travel regionally.
• Motivated by teamwork, continuous learning, and alignment with QXO’s values and customer-first culture.
• Willing to relocate or travel for rotations and future leadership roles.

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship or work experience in B2B sales, distribution, or building materials.
• Strong communication skills and a problem-solving mindset.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; experience with CRM or sales tools.

Benefits

• 401(k) with employer match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• PTO, company holidays, and parental leave
• Paid training and certifications
• Legal assistance and identity protection
• Pet insurance
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Pay

Salary Range: USD $70,000.00 - USD $85,000.00 /Yr.

QXO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.