Sales Trainee Program - June

Ferguson Enterprises•Indio, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Our 12-month Sales Trainee Program (STP) offers a unique opportunity for early career professionals to kickstart a rewarding career path in sales. Join us and explore the diverse opportunities waiting for you in our dynamic organization. Ferguson, a Fortune 500 company, is proud to provide best-in-class products, service and capabilities across various industries. Ferguson has approximately 36,000 associates across 1,700 locations. Ferguson is a community of proud associates who operate with the shared purpose of building something meaningful. You will build a career that you are proud of, at a company you can believe in. Join our Sales Trainee Program, starting June 8th, 2026! The Sales Trainee Program is a 12-month program designed to accelerate a career in sales by rotating through several elements of training that provide guided development, and on-the-job learning. This program offers opportunities for you to gain exposure in different areas of the business, shadow key partners, and receive formalized mentorship. Across the 12 months, you can anticipate the following: Learn: Participate in workshops, programs, and other learning opportunities to enhance your sales skills and industry knowledge. Engage actively in training sessions to understand the company's products, services, sales techniques, and processes. Shadow: Shadow experienced sales professionals to observe their interactions with clients, sales strategies, and negotiation techniques. Observe the sales process from prospecting to closing deals, including customer relationship management and post-sale support. Develop: Actively seek feedback from mentors, supervisors, and peers to enhance your skills and performance. Participate in performance evaluations and assessments to track your progress, identify strengths and areas for improvement, and set goals for professional development. Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will move into one of our several sales destination roles. Final placement is based on a combination of individual preferences and business needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university; 1-3 years of experience accepted in lieu of bachelor’s degree
Exhibit a strong desire to be in a sales-focused role, and to learn about products, services, sales technologies, and processes at Ferguson
Innately self-motivated with a consistent track record of driving results
Possess a natural penchant for assisting customers and addressing their needs effectively
Demonstrate an ability to be flexible and open to change

Nice To Haves

Previous professional experiences or internships in Sales, preferred

Responsibilities

Provide support to the sales team in various tasks such as outlining project tasks and timelines, prospecting for new leads, and handling customer inquiries
Assist in the development of sales proposals, contracts, and other documentation required for closing deals
Support sales projects and initiatives by coordinating tasks, tracking progress, and ensuring timely completion of deliverables
Interact with customers to understand their needs, address inquiries, and provide information about products or services
Capture feedback from customers to identify areas for improvement and enhance the overall customer experience
Take the initiative to learn new sales techniques, tools, and technologies that can contribute to your success in the role

Benefits

A competitive salary of $60,000 with a bonus plan
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
401K
Paid time off
Stock option plan
Discounts
Health & financial wellness
Associate-led Business Resource Groups
Ferguson Cares, partnering with nonprofit organizations
Learn from and network with associates from across the business, building valuable relationships
Medical, dental, vision, retirement savings with company match, paid leave (vacation, sick, personal, holiday, and parental), employee assistance programs, associate discounts, community involvement opportunities