Sales Trainee Program

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Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey in the world of sales? Our 12‑month Sales Trainee Program (STP) offers a unique opportunity for early‑career professionals to kickstart a rewarding career path in sales. Join us and explore the diverse opportunities waiting for you in our dynamic organization.

Since 1953, Ferguson has been a source of quality supplies for a variety of industries. Together we build better infrastructure, better homes and better businesses. We exist to make our customers’ complex projects simple, successful, and sustainable. Ferguson, a Fortune 500 company, is proud to provide best‑in‑class products, service and capabilities across multiple industries.

Join our Sales Trainee Program, starting February 16th, 2026!

Where you would work

California: Carson, Fresno, Long Beach, Pittsburg, Pomona, Redondo Beach, Sacramento, San Leandro, Van Nuys

Colorado: Aurora

Florida: Fort Myers, Ocala, Orlando

Indiana: Indianapolis

Louisiana: Metairie

Maryland: Beltsville, Upper Marlboro

Massachusetts: North Reading, Wilmington

Minnesota: Blaine, Roseville

Mississippi: Gulfport

Nevada: Reno

New York: Depew

Ohio: Cincinnati, Columbus

Oregon: Portland

Pennsylvania: Pittsburgh, York

Tennessee: Nashville

Texas: Corpus Christi, Euless, Laredo, San Antonio

Utah: Salt Lake City

Washington: Puyallup, Seattle

Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will move into one of our several sales destination roles. Final placement is based on a combination of individual preferences and business needs.

• Learn
  • Participate in workshops, programs, and other learning opportunities to enhance your sales skills and industry knowledge.
  • Engage actively in training sessions to understand the company's products, services, sales techniques, and processes.
• Shadow
  • Shadow experienced sales professionals to observe their interactions with clients, sales strategies, and negotiation techniques.
  • Observe the sales process from prospecting to closing deals, including customer relationship management and post-sale support.
• Develop
  • Actively seek feedback from mentors, supervisors, and peers to enhance your skills and performance.
  • Participate in performance evaluations and assessments to track your progress, identify strengths and areas for improvement, and set goals for professional development.

• Provide support to the sales team in various tasks such as outlining project tasks and timelines, prospecting for new leads, and handling customer inquiries
• Assist in the development of sales proposals, contracts, and other documentation required for closing deals
• Support sales projects and initiatives by coordinating tasks, tracking progress, and ensuring timely completion of deliverables
• Interact with customers to understand their needs, address inquiries, and provide information about products or services
• Capture feedback from customers to identify areas for improvement and enhance the overall customer experience
• Take the initiative to learn new sales techniques, tools, and technologies that can contribute to success in the role

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university; 1-3 years of experience accepted in lieu of bachelor’s degree
• Exhibit a strong desire to be in a sales-focused role, and to learn about products, services, sales technologies, and processes at Ferguson
• Innately self‑motivated with a consistent track record of driving results
• Possess a natural penchant for assisting customers and addressing their needs effectively
• Demonstrate an ability to be flexible and open to change
• Previous professional experiences or internships in Sales, preferred

• A competitive salary of $60,000 with a bonus plan
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Additional benefit offerings such as 401K, paid time off, stock option plan, discounts, health & financial wellness and more
• Associate‑led Business Resource Groups
• Ferguson Cares, partnering with nonprofit organizations
• Learn from and network with associates from across the business, building valuable relationships

The Company is an equal opportunity employer as well as a government contractor that shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a), which prohibits discrimination against qualified protected Veterans and the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(A), which prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability.

Ferguson Enterprises, LLC. is an equal employment employer F/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

• Internship

• Full-time

• Sales and Business Development

• Wholesale
• Wholesale Building Materials
• Construction