Sales Trainee

About the role

As a Sales Trainee, you will learn the electrical distribution business and Graybar’s sales process through a mix of formal training sessions and hands-on learning. Our Sales Trainees are exposed to all areas of our business and are given the opportunity to receive specialized training and are provided a great overview of our industry before transitioning into a sales role.

Responsibilities

• Develop product knowledge of electrical, communications, and security equipment
• Rotate through different areas of the business including sales, logistics, customer service, transactional and project processes

Requirements

• Ability to drive and operate a motor vehicle with a valid driver's license
• Ability to work independently and within a team
• Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills

Qualifications

• 2 or 4-year degree or equivalent work experience

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Product knowledge of electrical, communications, and security equipment

Benefits

• Multiple plan options for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug benefits
• Life Insurance coverage for you and options for your family
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Disability Benefits
• Paid Vacation & Sick Days
• Paid Wellness Day
• Community Time Off
• Predictable Work Schedules
• Employee Recognition Program
• Career Development Programs

Pay

The expected starting rate of pay for this position is $25.00 per hour, depending on experience.

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 4:00pm.

Value of Graybar

At Graybar, we are known for our comprehensive benefits and our employee stock ownership plan! Most regular, full-time employees at Graybar may be eligible for a variety of benefits like:

• Multiple plan options for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug benefits
• Life Insurance coverage for you and options for your family
• Save on expenses with Flexible Spending Accounts
• Enjoy our Disability Benefits at no cost to you
• Share in our success with Profit Sharing Plans
• 401(k) Savings Plan with company match to help secure your future
• Paid Vacation & Sick Days to spend time away from work or in case of an illness
• Rest and recharge during our Paid Holidays throughout the year
• Take advantage of our Paid Wellness Day to focus on preventive care and prioritize your health
• Celebrate your and others' achievements with our Employee Recognition Program
• Reach your career goals with our Educational Reimbursement and Career Development Programs
• And More

Note: Benefit eligibility may vary across locations and roles, so be sure to check in with your recruiter for more information.

Why Join Graybar?

We believe that employees with diverse perspectives bring the ideas and innovative thinking we need to solve our biggest challenges and compete in an ever-changing world. Consistent with our values, we welcome people from all backgrounds, cultures and experiences into our company because we believe it’s the right thing to do and the right way to run our business.

We want each of our employees to know that they matter and to feel a sense of belonging, ownership and inclusion at Graybar. We believe that everyone should be treated with dignity and respect, and we work to build a collaborative environment where our employees have the opportunity to grow, learn and make a difference, both as individuals and as part of the team.

That’s what our employee ownership culture is all about: working as one team and moving forward together, while honoring the unique value each person brings to our company.