Sales Trainee - Earthmoving
About The Position
The Sales Trainee is an entry level position responsible for completing a rigorous training program in preparation for assuming an earthmoving sales territory. Sales Trainees must be able to perform independently under close supervision. Extensive on the job training, classroom instruction, and e-learning must be successfully completed to remain in the Sales Training Program. The Sales Trainee will demonstrate initiative, sense of urgency, commitment to teamwork, enthusiasm for customer service, and dedication to finding solutions in an efficient manner. The Sales Trainee must be willing to relocate anywhere in the Thompson Tractor territory when a position becomes available. A valid driver’s license is a requirement for this position.
Requirements
- High school diploma or the equivalent
- Experience using personal computers
- Basic typing skills
- Ability to quickly acquire advanced selling skills
- Ability to quickly acquire relationship building skills
- Ability to quickly acquire problem resolution skills
- Ability to quickly acquire basic mechanical and parts identification skills
- Excellent written communication
- Basic computing skills including Microsoft Office
- Valid driver’s license
- Willingness to relocate anywhere in the Thompson Tractor territory when a position becomes available
Nice To Haves
- College degree
- Previous sales experience
- Working knowledge of the earthmoving industry
Responsibilities
- Complete the web-based Caterpillar Foundational Sales Certification
- Attend assigned instructor led Service Training courses
- Work in various service departments including the shop and field service
- Work on the parts counter and in the warehouse
- Develop a complete knowledge of the Caterpillar product line
- Assist in collection of past due invoices
- Monitor and report product performance and competitive activity
- Provide liaison support between customer, TTCO, and our vendors
- Establish and maintain personal working relationships with coworkers
- Negotiate mutually agreeable settlements on customer complaints
- Uphold the Core Values of Safe and Secure, Stronger Together, People of Integrity, and Driven to Serve
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
