Graduate Specialist Program- Sales Engineering

Job posted:

Y

Location:

Lincolnshire, IL (On‑site)

Work time:
Full‑time

Legal entity:
Bosch Rexroth Corporation

Starting date:
According to arrangement

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The Graduate Specialist Program – Sales is a full‑time rotational development program designed to accelerate high‑potential graduates into future commercial, marketing, and business leaders within Hydra Force, a Bosch company. Over the duration of the program, you will complete four strategically designed rotations that provide broad exposure across sales, marketing, and business operations. This immersive experience builds strong commercial acumen, customer engagement expertise, and cross‑functional understanding – preparing you for a challenging specialist or project leadership role within Sales upon successful completion.

• Four personalized rotations, including one at another Bosch facility within the U.S.
• Exposure to multiple commercial functions such as:
  • Inside Sales
  • Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP)
  • Sales channel management
  • Sales Controlling
  • Marketing
  • Digital Sales Initiatives
• Insight into the full commercial lifecycle – from customer acquisition through ongoing account development

• Engage in meaningful operational and strategic assignments
• Contribute to the conception and implementation of digital sales solutions
• Support introduction and optimization of commercial software tools
• Take ownership of deliverables and measurable business outcomes from day one

• Dedicated mentor from upper management supporting your professional and personal growth
• Peer onboarding partner from the current trainee cohort
• Structured feedback and development planning throughout the program

• Connect with fellow Graduate Specialists and leaders across Bosch locations
• Build strong relationships across departments and business units worldwide

• Customized start date aligned to your availability
• Full‑time employment from day one
• Clear pathway into a long‑term Sales specialist or project leadership role

• Support customer engagement and account management activities
• Analyze sales performance data and contribute to forecasting and reporting efforts
• Assist in developing and executing sales strategies to drive revenue growth
• Collaborate with distributors and internal stakeholders to strengthen partnerships
• Participate in marketing initiatives that support product positioning and brand growth
• Identify process improvement opportunities within sales operations
• Contribute to digital transformation and commercial system enhancements
• Demonstrate increasing ownership, accountability, and leadership within project teams

• Bachelor’s degree in Sales, Marketing, Business, Management, or related field
• Recent graduate (within 3 years) or about to graduate
• Minimum GPA of 3.25

• Internship or early‑career experience within Sales or a commercial environment
• Exposure to manufacturing or industrial markets preferred

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities
• Commercial curiosity and customer‑focused mindset
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams
• Adaptability and willingness to take on new challenges
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally during rotations

• Ability to lift and move up to 5 pounds without assistance
• Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods

This position operates primarily in a professional office setting. The noise level in the work environment ranges from quiet to moderate.

Bosch is a proud supporter of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) Initiatives. BOSCH is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability / veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected class.

Indefinite U.S. work authorized individuals only. Future sponsorship for work authorization unavailable.

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