Distribution Sales Rep Trainee (Entry-Level)

About the position

The Management in Training - Sales (MIT) Program is an entry-level, hands-on training program based in our distribution warehouse. It is great for individuals seeking an introductory role that will lead to a long-term career in distribution B2B sales. You will receive 6-months of guidance, support and resources to learn about the swimming pool supply, irrigation and landscape distribution industry. If you are passionate about sales, love to lead, and are customer service oriented, then we are ready to kick start your career! This position is located at: SCP Distributors 455 Constance Drive, Warminster, PA. Willingness to relocate at the end of training, in December 2025, is a requirement, at company expense.

Responsibilities

• Receive hands-on sales training by traveling with our outside sales representatives and participating in sales and service calls.
• Shadow contractors/builders, service/maintenance, and retail store customers to learn their aspect of the swimming pool, irrigation and landscaping business.
• Participate in classroom training sessions (lecture, role play and computer lab) at the state-of-the-art EDGEucation Center in Plano, Texas.
• Learn management viewpoints and company policies and procedures that affect each phase of business.
• Increase your job knowledge by participating in sales conferences, obtaining sales certifications, researching marketing trends and using marketing tools.
• Set and achieve performance goals and objectives with the MIT Programs Manager and Director of Sales and Employee Development.
• Give a comprehensive presentation to senior level management for completion of the Sales MIT program at the end of the 6 month program.
• Other job duties and special sales projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or Associate's degree in Management, Selling & Sales Management, Marketing or other related discipline with a minimum of 2.5 GPA.
• In lieu of minimum education requirements, candidates with 2+ years of equivalent military experience in Logistics, Supply Chain, Operations, Warehouse or Maintenance Supervision or other related discipline will be considered.
• At least 6 months of work experience in sales and/or customer service experience in a sales, service or distribution industry.
• Results driven, self-starter with the ability to lead a team with rapidly changing priorities.
• Strong leadership skills are a must!
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to change, uncertainty and rejection.
• Possesses and demonstrates a motivated, passionate, customer service driven attitude along with a competitive spirit.
• Ability to speak effectively to customers, employees and all levels of management.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite with ability to learn AMP CRM and inventory systems.
• Hold a valid driver's license with a clean driving record; no drug or alcohol related convictions on driving record in the past 3 years.
• Ability to relocate during and after the program (at company expense) for career development opportunities.
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.
• Ability to occasionally maneuver heavy machinery, such as pallet jacks, forklifts, etc. and lift products up to 75 pounds.

Benefits

• 401k with company match
• health benefits
• wellness program
• education reimbursement
• paid travel
• employee stock
• paid time off