Outside Sales Representative Trainee - Atlanta, GA

The Home Depot

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About The Position

The Home Depot Outside Sales Representative Training Program offers the opportunity to develop sales skills and gain hands-on experience by working in a variety of job rotations that directly impact our Pro business. The Home Depot Outside Sales Representative Trainee will learn day-to-day sales operations and gain exposure to our distributions centers, stores, inside sales, and outside sales environments while driving incremental Pro growth for one of the world’s leading retailers. This position will enhance consultative selling skills with hands-on experiences, including real-world scenarios, simulations, job shadowing, and provide professional development opportunities including networking events, leadership exposure, and dedicated mentoring.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Bachelor’s degree with a concentration in Professional Sales or Consultative Selling Skills
• Problem solving and general analytical skills
• Ability to work in a team environment

Responsibilities

• Participate in meetings across the Pro business, gaining exposure to cross-functional business units.
• Build networking relationships and receive mentoring and coaching from direct manager and rotation managers.
• Complete weekly and monthly professional development training by set deadlines, including instructor-led selling courses and eLearning.
• Shadow and collaborate with Pro associates in stores, distribution centers, inside sales, and outside sales functions.
• Support the Pro customer in a variety of functions, including in-aisle, inbound and outbound selling, transactions, generating qualified leads, sales analysis, and account management.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees