Sales Rep Trainee

Who Are We?

POOLCORP is the world’s leading distributor of outdoor living products. With more than 445 Sales Centers and over 6,000 employees, we proudly provide unparalleled service to our 120,000+ customers across 13 countries. At POOLCORP you’ll find a wealth of opportunities that support your individual and long‑term career goals. Publicly traded since 1995, POOLCORP is a global organization with a long history of continuous success – clearly making it an industry leader – in so many ways!

• Employer of Choice – the pace is fast, the atmosphere is fun, and the people are friendly. Every team member is encouraged to innovate, contribute ideas, and discover solutions as an important part of a world‑class team.
• Benefits Package – 401(k) with company match, health benefits, wellness program, education reimbursement, paid travel, employee stock, paid time off, and many more!
• Growth – You’ll have the opportunity to prove yourself from the very beginning and to make an impact. How far and how fast you grow in your career is up to you.
• Continuous Learning – With over 100 online courses, we invest heavily in our employees’ development to maximize their success and the success of our company.
• Community Involvement – we believe that being a good corporate citizen is the right thing to do for our customers, employees and community.
• Safety – the health and safety of our employees and customers is at the core of our company culture.
• Stability – as a Fortune 1000 company and industry leader, we have only touched the surface for the demand of outdoor living products.

Entry‑level, hands‑on training program based in our distribution warehouse. It is a great program for individuals seeking an introductory role that will lead to a long‑term career in distribution B2B sales. You will receive six months of guidance, support and resources to learn about the swimming pool supply, irrigation and landscape distribution industry.

If you are passionate about sales, love to lead, and are customer‑service oriented, we are ready to kick‑start your career! Upon completion of the program, graduates are eligible to apply for Business Development Representative roles that are available nationwide.

Important:
Training is held on‑site. After completing training in December, you will be required to relocate out of state (with company‑provided assistance).

• Superior Pool Products – Minneapolis, MN 8555 Revere Lane North, Suite 300, Maple Grove, MN 55369
• SCP Distributors LLC – Birmingham, AL 250 Distribution Drive, Birmingham, AL 35209
• SCP Distributors LLC – Madison, AL 1003 Production Court, Madison, AL 35758

• Receive hands‑on sales training by traveling with outside sales representatives and participating in sales and service calls.
• Shadow contractors/builders, service/maintenance, and retail store customers to learn their aspect of the swimming pool, irrigation and landscaping business.
• Participate in classroom training sessions (lecture, role play and computer lab) at the state‑of‑the‑art EDGEucation Center in Plano, Texas. Topics include sales, financials, human capital management and operating systems.
• Increase your job knowledge by attending sales conferences, obtaining sales certifications, researching marketing trends and using marketing tools.
• Give a comprehensive presentation to senior‑level management for completion of the Sales MIT program at the end of the six‑month program.
• Other job duties and special sales projects as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree or Associate’s degree in Management, Selling & Sales Management, Marketing or related discipline with a minimum 2.5 GPA.
• At least six months of sales and/or customer‑service experience in a sales, service or distribution industry. Work experience can be substituted with involvement in sales internships, organizations/clubs, volunteer work, athletics or military leadership.
• Results‑driven, self‑starter with the ability to lead a team with rapidly changing priorities. Strong leadership skills are a must!
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to change, uncertainty and rejection.
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