Sales Intern

FURNITURELAND SOUTH INC • Jamestown, NC

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Furnitureland South is looking for a qualified sales intern to assist in multiple touchpoints in the sales process. This individual will be responsible for completing a project(s) that will help develop skills such as team building, time management, business etiquette, networking, and communication.
The ideal intern will be a great fit for our energetic and creative team. You’ll gain hands-on experience working with guidance from a mentor and other members of our team. In addition, one will be exposed to valuable knowledge of the furniture industry.

Requirements

• Must be enrolled in a four-year college/university or an individual enrolled in a two-year college with at least one year of relevant work experience.

Nice To Haves

• Enrolled in a four-year college/university pursuing a degree in Business, Communications, Entrepreneurship, Sales or related concentration.
• One year in retail or related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with our Sales Management and Sales Education team to grow fundamental sales skills through comprehensive training and high-impact experiences.
• Gain an understanding of the dynamics of the retail sector.
• Ask smart, relevant questions to speak knowledgeably with decision-makers at companies.
• Build interest and qualify decision-makers to ultimately schedule a meeting with them.
• Use technology such as CRM and sales acceleration software to be a modern sales pro.
• Engage in a team environment and develop client relationships.
• Learn to leverage selling tools to grow sales and profit.
• Facilitate and present to senior management a real business project that requires field research and data analytics.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed