Technical Sales Development Program

Hydrite • Milwaukee, WI

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About The Position

The Sales Development Program is designed to accelerate the development of recent graduates and professionals interested in technical sales. Over 8–12 months, participants complete hands-on rotations across Hydrite’s business, gaining exposure to customers, products, markets, and commercial teams through structured assignments, mentorship, and opportunities to shadow experienced commercial employees. The program is based in the Milwaukee/Brookfield area. Participants build knowledge of Hydrite’s products and applications, customer needs, account management, and the chemical industry. After successful completion, participants may be placed in an Account Manager role, depending on Hydrite’s business needs and available opportunities. Relocation may be required after the program, and Hydrite provides relocation assistance.

Program rotations include Customer Experience for 4 or more months, supporting customers and order fulfillment; Technical Center for 3 months, learning chemistry fundamentals, products, applications, safety, and technical support; and Inside Sales for 1 or more months, supporting marketing and prospecting while learning sales systems and foundational commercial skills.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Willingness to relocate following completion of the development program.

Nice To Haves

• A science- or technical-related field of study is preferred.
• Previous work or internship experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer support primarily by email and phone to ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment.
• Handle order entry, inventory availability, lead-time management, and order tracking.
• Use independent judgment and problem-solving skills to resolve customer inquiries and discrepancies.
• Develop understanding of Hydrite’s ERP system and other order-entry tools.
• Learn chemistry fundamentals, Hydrite’s core product portfolio, and product applications.
• Follow laboratory safety requirements and proper chemical handling procedures.
• Provide technical support and assistance to Operations, Product Management, and/or Sales teams.
• Support marketing campaigns, prospecting efforts, and customer outreach.
• Learn sales organization systems and tools, and develop foundational skills in prospecting, cold calling, pipeline management, account management, budgets, and quotas.
• Work with Account Managers and Regional Sales Managers to support team goals and objectives.

Benefits

• Up to 10% retirement contribution.
• $600 per year wellness incentive.
• Two weeks of front-loaded paid time off.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, eligible the first day of the month following hire.
• 401(k) and profit sharing.
• Life insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Adoption assistance.
• Legal services insurance.
• Scholarship awards for children of employees.
• Summer picnic and community giving events.
• Free family wellness coaching, including a nutritionist and fitness coach.
• Relocation assistance following program completion, if relocation is required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level