Rotational Business Development Program - ITW

At ITW Food Equipment Group, people and food are our passion. We believe great food brings people together, and the relationships we share feed our inspiration to be the best we can be for one another.

Our family of premium brands has been dedicated for more than a century to supporting those who are not only passionate about creating great food but are inspired by the people they serve and come to know on a daily basis.

Likewise, it is our mission to provide food equipment that foodservice and food retail professionals can trust to work hard and deliver quality, consistent results day in and day out, empowering them to focus on what they love most—creating great food for great people.

ITW offers its employees a path for advancement, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to help employees care for themselves, their families, and their futures.

Selected individuals will progress through a rotational development program that includes both broad company/industry acclimation as well as focused assignments in different business units of the ITW Food Equipment Group.  Emphasis will be placed on Marketing, Project Management, Business Development, General Management, and Sales, through a variety of projects spanning approximately 24 months.  The candidate will benefit from valuable introductions to and networking with ITW stakeholders at many levels in several business units.  The program is based in Troy, Ohio.  Temporary (months) relocation is likely, based on availability of business unit assignments and program candidate’s interests.  Upon completion of the program, the candidate will transition into their full-time role within a sales and/or marketing position in one of several FEG business units.

We are committed to providing you with growth and development opportunities that maximize your unique potential.  At ITW, we pride ourselves on our Core Values: simplicity, shared risk, integrity, respect and trust.

Program Candidate Responsibilities:

• Under the direction and guidance of leadership and/or mentors, selected candidate will learn about ITW’s business segments, business model, and enterprise strategy.  Heavy emphasis will be placed on the Food Equipment Group and the foodservice / food retail industries.  The expectation is that the individual will grow and contribute at an appropriate pace.
• Individuals will participate in and successfully complete all assigned training modules, classes, workshops, etc.  The expectation is that the individual will be able to understand and communicate features, benefits, value proposition, and cost of ownership for ITW food equipment.
• Individual will be assigned projects during each rotation that will enhance product knowledge, go to market strategies, an understanding of our business structure and philosophy.
• Conduct all activities in accordance with company policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Hospitality, or another relatable field
• Excellent oral, interpersonal, and written communication skills
• Presentation skills that leverage strong public speaking, organization of thoughts, and ability to influence
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Training program requires 50% + travel to experience and support trade shows, sales meetings, manufacturing facility visits, etc.
• Must be relocatable at the conclusion of the training program to any location in the United States

ITW Food Equipment Group is one of seven market-leading business segments of Illinois Tool Works, with brands including Hobart, Vulcan, Traulsen, Baxter, and many others.  Our well-known brands are differentiated by their unique innovations and service offerings, meeting the needs of institutional, restaurant, and retail customers around the world.

Illinois Tool Works is a Fortune 200 global manufacturer with revenue of over $16 billion and approximately 45,000 colleagues worldwide.  The seven segments leverage the unique ITW Business Model to drive solid growth with best-in-class margins through a decentralized, entrepreneurial culture.

ITW is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The base salary pay range for this position is noted below.  The specific pay rate upon hire will depend on a combination of work location and the successful candidate’s qualifications and prior experience

$55,000 - $62,000

We do not accept unsolicited resumes. To be considered an applicant, please apply online to a specific job posting.

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ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. 

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.  

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. 

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.