Sales Trainee - Dayton, OH

Sales Trainee

We are looking for a Sales Trainee to join our team in Dayton, OH. This foundational role provides hands‑on experience in sales, account management, and customer relationship building. You will work closely with experienced professionals to develop your sales acumen, learn market strategies, and contribute to the growth of the organization. The position is designed as a training role with the possibility to advance to a full sales position within 6 months.

• Manage and execute sales strategies within an assigned group of customers.
• Generate accurate product orders to ensure successful daily operations and meet revenue targets.
• Execute promotions, new product launches, POS initiatives, and commercial plans to ensure excellence in execution standards.
• Assist in cross merchandising.
• Collaborate effectively with internal teams and stakeholders to align on sales objectives and strategies.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships by understanding their needs and presenting tailored solutions.
• Identify and communicate market trends, competitive activities, and opportunities for growth.
• Ensure compliance with pricing, planograms, and merchandising standards across assigned accounts.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and providing excellent customer service.
• Ability to solve problems and follow up effectively.
• High initiative and willingness to learn new strategies and tools.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and mobile tools.
• Excellent planning and organizational abilities.
• Ability to work a variable schedule, including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to drive a vehicle, deploying in and out of the vehicle for each stop, throughout the day and the full work week.

• High school diploma or GED; post‑secondary education preferred.
• Up to 12 months of work experience in sales or a related field is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license and required vehicle liability insurance.
• Availability of a personal vehicle for use during working hours.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds repetitively.

Bachelor’s degree in business, Communications, Marketing, or related.

Dayton, OH – Pay: $18 per hour.

The Sales Trainee role includes substantial day travel and interaction with customers in varying conditions, including non-temperature-controlled environments. Approximately 90% of the work will be performed in the market, with 10% in a home office setting.

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.