Field Sales Trainee - Tires, PLT

Continental•Old Point Station, SC

9h•Remote

About The Position

This is an entry-level field sales position designed to prepare individuals for a long-term career with Continental. The role begins with a six-month, predominantly virtual training program that provides a comprehensive understanding of the tire industry, the company, its sales strategy, and customers. This training includes exposure to various departments, special project assignments, sales and management courses, and hands-on experience through travel with current field sales managers. Upon successful completion of the training, Field Sales Coordinators will be assigned a territory in a major U.S. market, receive a relocation package, a graduation bonus, a company car, a gas card, a corporate credit card for business expenses, and increased earning potential through Continental’s Sales Incentive Bonus Program in addition to a competitive base salary. The position offers significant responsibility and independence, supported by mentorship and resources for professional and personal growth.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or completion of a Bachelor's degree by August 2026
Must be open to relocation within 6-8 months of start date - once the training program is completed you will be required to relocate to a major U.S. market. (Recent territory assignments have included Los Angeles, CA, New York, NY, Washington, D.C., and Dallas, TX, etc.).
Ability to travel over 50%
Valid Driver's License
Thrives in new and dynamic settings
Assumes ownership and responsibility for individual contributions
Has a passion for working with diverse teams to deliver results
Legal authorization to work in the U.S is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas now or in the future for this job opening.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Sales, Business, Marketing, or Communications
Sales related internship experience

Responsibilities

Achieve incremental annual sales growth in assigned territory by building relationships with and supporting Continental’s retail and/or wholesale customers
Conduct regular in-person meetings and training with existing Continental customers to grow share of account
Analyze customer and market conditions in assigned territory to identify sales opportunities
Assist sales managers in the development and execution of sales strategy within geographic areas of responsibility
Determine weekly travel schedule based on territory sales strategy and individual goals
Ensure the success of product launches and consumer promotions through effective communication and coordination of digital and point-of-sale marketing materials with customers
Plan and attend customer events such as NCAA Basketball games, Major League Soccer games, and BMW Performance Driving School