Sales Account Trainee

McGee Corporation • Matthews, NC

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About The Position

Are you driven, confident, and ready to build a long-term career in sales? We are looking for ambitious, professional individuals who want more than just a job — we are looking for future sales leaders. As one of the nation’s largest manufacturers and suppliers of steel canopies, we are seeking motivated Sales Account Trainees to learn our business from the ground up. This is a hands-on training program designed to develop knowledgeable, relationship-focused sales professionals who truly understand the product, process, and customer experience from start to finish. This role is ideal for someone who can walk into any room with confidence, build genuine relationships, communicate effectively, and represent our company with professionalism and personality.

Requirements

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Confident, outgoing, and relationship-driven personality
• Professional appearance and demeanor
• Highly motivated with a strong work ethic
• Willingness to travel as needed
• Ability to adapt, learn quickly, and thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Self-starter with long-term career ambitions in sales
• Comfortable engaging with customers, leadership teams, and industry professionals

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required for the right candidate

Responsibilities

• Learn all aspects of the canopy manufacturing business from project conception through completion
• Train alongside experienced sales, operations, and production teams
• Develop strong product knowledge and understanding of customer needs
• Build and maintain relationships with contractors, customers, and industry professionals
• Travel to customer sites, meetings, trade shows, and project locations as needed
• Assist with sales development, account management, and customer communication
• Gain experience in estimating, project coordination, and client support
• Represent the company professionally in all interactions

Benefits

• Structured, hands-on training program
• Competitive salary during the 2-year training period
• Opportunity to transition into a commission-based sales role with significant earning potential
• Career growth opportunities within a growing national company
• Exposure to all areas of the business to build long-term success
• Supportive team environment with experienced mentors

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level