Sales Associate

Objective

Prepare the employee for a regular sales territory assignment through a combination of formal, on-the-job, and special assignments. Trainees will focus on selling skills, retail sales, time and territory management, product knowledge, merchandising, Orgill programs, competitors’ programs, basic business principles, computer skills and access to resources, and Orgill’s unique approach to the market.

Responsibilities

• Complete internal formal training modules
• Participate in sales meetings and customer markets
• Participate in projects conducted at customer retail stores
• Work in customer stores, at an Orgill distribution center, and the Customer Service Department
• Travel with Sales Representatives, Sales Managers and Truck Drivers to observe and assist as assigned
• Work selected sales territories in the absence of a regularly assigned Sales Representative

Requirements

• Working knowledge of email, internet, and Microsoft Office computer applications
• Valid driver’s license and a safe driving record
• Willing to travel 4 – 5 days per week on an on-going basis
• Willing to relocate at Company expense when assigned a territory

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor Degree preferred
• Two years of related business or sales experience in our industry (retail or wholesale hardware, lumber, building materials, farm supply) preferred

Supervisory Responsibility: None