Sales Trainee Program

Job Description

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. Ferguson is a Fortune 500 company that proudly provides best‑in‑class products, service and capabilities across Commercial/Mechanical, Facilities Supply, Fire & Fabrication, HVAC, Industrial, Residential Trade, Residential Building & Remodel, Waterworks and Residential Digital Commerce.

Join our Sales Trainee Program, starting June 8th, 2026.

The Sales Trainee Program is a 12‑month program designed to accelerate a career in sales by rotating through several elements of training that provide guided development and on‑the‑job learning. This program offers opportunities to gain exposure in different areas of the business, shadow key partners, and receive formal mentorship.

• 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 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.

• Actively seek feedback from mentors, supervisors, and peers to enhance your skills and performance.
• Participate in performance evaluations and assessments to track progress, identify strengths and areas for improvement, and set goals for professional development.

• Alabama: Auburn, Huntsville, Tuscaloosa
• Arkansas: Lowell
• Arizona: Chandler, Gilbert, Mesa, Scottsdale, Tucson
• California: Anaheim, Bakersfield, Burbank, Carson, El Cajon, Fresno, Hayward, Indio, North Highlands, Pittsburg, Pomona, San Leandro, Santa Barbara, Santa Monica, Ventura
• Colorado: Aurora, Commerce City
• Connecticut: Newington
• Florida: Destin, Fort Myers, Fort Walton Beach, Jacksonville, Lakeland, Orlando, Pensacola, Tamarac, Tampa
• Georgia: College Park, Columbus, Roswell, Savannah
• Hawaii: Honolulu
• Iowa: Grimes
• Idaho: Nampa
• Illinois: Addison, Chicago, West Chicago
• Kansas: Lenexa
• Kentucky: Lexington
• Louisiana: Baton Rouge
• Massachusetts: Canton, Newton, Wilmington
• Maryland: Annapolis, Beltsville, Halethorpe, Upper Marlboro
• Maine: Portland
• Michigan: Caledonia, Canton, Lansing, New Hudson
• Minnesota: Golden Valley, Plymouth, Roseville
• Missouri: Maryland Heights, St. Louis
• Montana: Belgrade, Missoula
• North Carolina: Asheville, Charlotte, Garner, Greensboro, Holly Springs
• North Dakota: Minot
• Nebraska: Omaha
• Nevada: Las Vegas, Reno
• New Jersey: Fairfield, Lakewood, Secaucus
• New Mexico: Albuquerque
• New York: Bayport, Bohemia, Cohoes, Depew, Farmingdale, New Hyde Park, New York, Rochester, Southampton
• Ohio: Cincinnati, Columbus, Valley View, West Chester
• Oklahoma: Oklahoma City, Tulsa
• Oregon: Portland
• Pennsylvania: King of Prussia, Oaks, Pittsburgh, Warrington
• South Carolina: Greenville, Simpsonville
• Tennessee: Clarksville, Knoxville, Nashville
• Texas: Austin, Del Valle, Euless, Houston, Humble, Katy, Lubbock, Mansfield, Round Rock, San Antonio, San Marcos
• Utah: Salt Lake City
• Virginia: Chantilly, Forest, Hampton, Manassas, Norfolk, Radford, Richmond, Roanoke, Springfield, Virginia Beach
• Washington: Bellevue, Pasco, Seattle
• Wisconsin: Madison, Pewaukee

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

• 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…