Sales Operations Intern

All External Jobs • Chicago, IL

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

Fresh-Squeezed Legacy, Bold New Chapter Tropicana Brands Group is a $3B startup aiming to revolutionize the beverage category. Formed in 2022 as a joint venture between PAI Partners and PepsiCo, our portfolio includes iconic brands like Tropicana, Naked, KeVita, Izze, Copella, and Punica. With over 76 years of global leadership in the orange juice category, we’re committed to preserving this legacy while driving innovation in other areas. From reimagining orange juice to creating functional smoothies and driving afternoon refreshments, we are striving to become the undisputed global leader in fresh and chilled beverages. The Commercial team is essential to Tropicana Brand Group’s success by driving revenue growth, acquiring and retaining customers, and providing valuable market insights. Working closely with other departments to align sales strategies with business goals, help shape pricing and product development and keep the company competitive and responsive to market shifts. By building strong customer relationships, maximizing profitability, and identifying new opportunities for growth, the team contributes to both short-term and long-term success. Your Next Pour: The Opportunity We are looking to add a Sales Operations Intern to our Commercial team. This role will be responsible for participating in the Commercial Team Intern Rotation program. As part of this program, interns will experience learning from and supporting two different teams within the Commercial (sales) department. This internship provides an excellent opportunity to learn about different functions in Commercial/Finance that support our field sales with various projects and deliverables. Candidates will be working in an entrepreneurial, startup-like environment that is fast-paced and gritty. Ideal candidates will have excellent time management skills, resourceful, a keen attention to detail, and sense of curiosity. Given the rotational structure of this internship, candidates should also be very comfortable learning new systems and processes quickly and the delivery of work leveraging those new skills. Additional responsibilities include: Support various teams in the development and implementation of process enhancements Participate in data collection and analysis to inform operational decisions Collaborate with cross-functional teams on projects aimed at optimizing efficiency Support the preparation of presentations for internal stakeholders regarding sales performance Assist in forecasting sales trends based on historical data and market analysis Participate in cross-functional projects aimed at improving sales strategies and processes Maintain accurate records of sales activities and outcomes Perform other duties as assigned Intern will learn and complete project work for: (subject to change): Revenue Growth Management Commercial Operations The Perfect Blend: Experience Ability to learn new technologies, processes, and systems quickly Passion for data analysis with strong Excel skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills for engaging with diverse teams Initiative to resolve issues proactively and improve operational efficiency Strong organizational skills with attention to detail Project management experience is a plus Foundational Ingredients: Requirements Pursuing a Bachelor’s or master’s degree in business administration, Finance, Data Analytics or Statistics a plus Rising senior undergraduate, or in a graduate program Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future  Must be located in Chicago, IL surrounding area or willing to relocate for the duration of employment. Willingness to adapt and thrive in a blended work environment with 3-days in office, seamlessly transitioning between remote work and in-office operations The hourly rate for this position is $25.00.

Requirements

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or master’s degree in business administration, Finance, Data Analytics or Statistics a plus
• Rising senior undergraduate, or in a graduate program
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future 
• Must be located in Chicago, IL surrounding area or willing to relocate for the duration of employment.
• Willingness to adapt and thrive in a blended work environment with 3-days in office, seamlessly transitioning between remote work and in-office operations
• Ability to learn new technologies, processes, and systems quickly
• Passion for data analysis with strong Excel skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for engaging with diverse teams
• Initiative to resolve issues proactively and improve operational efficiency
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail

Nice To Haves

• Project management experience is a plus

Responsibilities

• Support various teams in the development and implementation of process enhancements
• Participate in data collection and analysis to inform operational decisions
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on projects aimed at optimizing efficiency
• Support the preparation of presentations for internal stakeholders regarding sales performance
• Assist in forecasting sales trends based on historical data and market analysis
• Participate in cross-functional projects aimed at improving sales strategies and processes
• Maintain accurate records of sales activities and outcomes
• Perform other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern