Entry-Level Sales Trainee - Consolidated Electrical Distributors

Summary Job title: Entry-Level Sales Trainee Job ID: 202481850013 Department: Spokane - COL Location: WA-Spokane Valley Description Summary: People don't generally think about how things get to them when they buy something, but what all had to happen to make that possible? That's where companies like CES come in. Getting products from manufacturers to end customers through the supply chain is an essential part of how our economy operates. Our industry is one of the fastest-growing job markets in the country. Are you ready to join a team of individuals that work as a team to achieve goals and provide essential functions to the engine of the US economy? W e are looking to add full-time team members wanting to start a career in professional B2B sales or business. As a supplier for our customers, our business-to-business sales tend to be close, consultative, account management relationships, as opposed to high-volume cold calling. Responsibilities begin in the warehouse learning the product and the business. Advancement opportunities are most common in inside sales or outside sales, but also available in supervisory or operations functions (depending on interests and abilities.) CED is an industry leader in the electrical wholesale market, with over 700 locations nationwide. Come join a growing team in a strong market! Reports to: Profit Center Manager Minimum Qualifications: + Ability and desire to develop meaningful relationships with customers and coworkers + Fast, hardworking, driven, and motivated + High intelligence with the ability to learn quickly + High School Diploma, or equal + Minimum of 18 Years Old + Valid Driver's License with acceptable record + Read, write, and understand English + Perform basic math functions in addition, subtraction, multiplication and division + Understand typical American Standard units of weights & measurements Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree Working Conditions: + Stand, Bend, Twist, Lift, Reach, and Walk with frequent repetition + Stoop, kneel, crouch, with occasional sitting + Listen and speak clearly + Clear vision, or corrected vision, for near, moderate, and distance + Lift 50lbs unassisted Supervisory Responsibilities: No Essential Job Functions: Handle material and associated paperwork from receiving to delivery. Perform all required duties to serve customers and support team goals. + Interact with customers over the phone and in person in a friendly and professional manner + Sort and identify a wide variety of products and part numbers + Locate and re-stock product in assigned locations + Handle paperwork in a detailed manner consistent with CED policy + Fulfill sales orders accurately and quickly to meet time commitments CED is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability | Veteran Compensation Range: The compensation range for this position is $48000 to $63000 annually. Other Compensation: The following additional compensation may be applicable for this position: + Bonus + Profit Sharing Benefits: Benefits available for this position are: + Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision Care + Long Term Disability Insurance after 25 months + Life Insurance at 1X your annual salary + 401(k) (18 or older) + Paid Sick Leave - accrue 0.0347 hours per qualified hour worked, up to 72 hours annually, usable after 90 days + Paid Holidays - 9 days each year + Paid Vacation - accrue 0.03847 hours per qualified hour worked, up to 80 hours annually + Paid Pregnancy & New Parent Leave + Health Savings Account (HSA) and matching + Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA) + Teledoc