Sales Trainee
Welch Packaging Group•Belevidere, IL
•Onsite
About The Position
The Sales Representative is an entry-level role designed for individuals looking to build a career in sales. This position focuses on developing foundational selling skills, product knowledge, and customer relationship management. The Sales Representative will work closely with leadership and experienced team members to learn the sales process while supporting both new and existing business growth.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree preferred (Business, Marketing, or related field) or equivalent experience
- 0–2 years of sales or customer-facing experience
- Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Office; CRM experience a plus)
- Strong written and oral communication
- Organization and attention to detail
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Time management
- Systems analysis
- Mathematical and deductive reasoning
- Critical thinking
Responsibilities
- Learn company products, services, and target markets through training
- Support senior sales team members with account management and customer communication
- Identify and prospect new business opportunities through calls, emails, and networking
- Conduct basic needs assessments and assist in preparing quotes and proposals
- Follow up on leads, quotes, and customer inquiries in a timely manner
- Maintain accurate records of activities and opportunities in CRM systems
- Coordinate with internal teams (operations, procurement, customer service) to support order execution
- Participate in ride-alongs, training sessions, and ongoing coaching
- Gradually take ownership of smaller accounts as experience grows
- Work toward achieving individual activity and sales goals
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
