Sales Trainee

Posted 7 Days Ago
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Asheville, NC
Entry level
Logistics • Energy
The Role
As a Sales Trainee, you will learn about the electrical distribution business and Graybar’s sales process through formal training and hands-on experience. Responsibilities include developing product knowledge in electrical and communications equipment and rotating through different business areas such as sales and customer service.
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Are you ready?

As a Sales Trainee , you will learn the electrical distribution business and Graybar’s sales process through a mix of formal training sessions and hands-on learning.  Our Sales Trainees are exposed to all areas of our business and are given the opportunity to receive specialized training and are provided a great overview of our industry before transitioning into a sales role.

In this role you will:

  • Learn Graybar’s sales and distribution process
  • Develop product knowledge of electrical, communications, and security equipment
  • Rotate through different areas of the business including sales, logistics, customer service, transactional and project processes

What you bring to the table:

  • Ability to drive and operate a motor vehicle with a valid driver's license
  • Ability to work independently and within a team
  • Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills
  • 2 or 4-year degree or equivalent work experience

Work shift and hours:

  • Full-time, hourly, non-exempt
  • Monday - Friday
  • 8:00am - 5:00pm

Compensation Details:

  • The expected pay rate for this position is starting at $18.45 per hour depending on experience.

Why should you join Graybar?

At Graybar, our employees are the heart and soul of our company. We believe that employees with diverse perspectives bring the ideas and innovative thinking we need to solve our biggest challenges and compete in an ever-changing world. Consistent with our values, we welcome people from all backgrounds, cultures and experiences into our company because we believe it’s the right thing to do and the right way to run our business.
We want each of our employees to know that they matter and to feel a sense of belonging, ownership and inclusion at Graybar. We believe that everyone should be treated with dignity and respect, and we work to build a collaborative environment where our employees have the opportunity to grow, learn and make a difference, both as individuals and as part of the team.
 

That’s what our employee ownership culture is all about: working as one team and moving forward together, while honoring the unique value each person brings to our company.

Apply now and find out what’s next for you.

At Graybar, we are known for our comprehensive benefits and our employee stock ownership plan! As a full-time employee of Graybar, you will accrue THREE weeks of vacation during your first 12 months, and will have access to a wide variety of our benefits. Benefits include: Medical Insurance and Prescription Drug, Dental Insurance, Vision Plan, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Profit Sharing Plan, 401(k) Savings Plan, Paid Vacation, Sick Days and Holidays, Employee Recognition Program

Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled

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The Company
HQ: Clayton, MO
6,941 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 1869

What We Do


Graybar, a Fortune 500 corporation and one of the largest employee-owned companies in North America, is a leader in the distribution of high quality electrical, communications and data networking products, and specializes in related supply chain management and logistics services. Through its network of 290 North American distribution facilities, it stocks and sells products from thousands of manufacturers, helping its customers power, network and secure their facilities with speed, intelligence and efficiency. For more information, visit www.graybar.com or call 1-800-GRAYBAR.

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