ENTRY LEVEL - Sales Trainee - Plastics Job at General Polymers, Grand Rapids, MI

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  • General Polymers
  • Grand Rapids, MI

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Sales trainee - Job Description ** ENTRY LEVEL ONLY **

General Polymers Thermoplastic Materials is one of North America’s leading Distributor of Engineering Plastics. We are looking for a motivated, ambitious professional to join our rapidly growing organization as an ENTRLY LEVEL PLASTICS SALES TRAINEE; part of our Commercial Development Program. Trainee will spend approximately 3 months in our training program out of our HQ location before being assigned to territory as a sales representative.

Join a Private, Energetic Organization with growth opportunities for future expansions, income appreciation & leadership roles with one of the fastest growing national thermoplastic materials distribution networks.

 

TRAINING PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

Train and develop in all commercial aspects of our business for eventual placement in B2B technical sales as an Account Manager. Training will be approximately 3 months and will consist of specific instruction and exposure to Customer Service, Sales & Marketing, Purchasing, Product Coordination and Management, Inventory, Logistics, Credit, Quality and Regulatory. In addition to learning our internal operations (customer service, purchasing, etc.). trainees will be shadowing sellers on customer sales calls, making technical service visits with product management and interfacing with vendors. This includes blocks of time at our corporate location, vendor and customer visits requiring 10% out of territory travel. Upon successful completion of our COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (CDP), the Trainee will be assigned to a field-based Account Manager Position. Because of our rapid growth, this position is available within Grand Rapids Michigan.

As part of training:

· Inside/outside department shadowing.

· One on one teaching-developing by Commercial Development Manager, bi-weekly updates on expectations of week and summarize week.

· Attend HQ internal department meetings and various department training seminars.

Essential Functions:

· Develop internal relationships – building your support network.

· Participate in regional sales meetings (virtually and in-person) and industry trade shows.

· Attend vendor plant tours for training on specific products.

Candidate Characteristics and Qualities:

· Bachelor’s or associate Degree from an accredited College or University preferably with a business focus.

· Some previous B2B sales experience preferred.

· Work Ethic / Maturity / Professionalism / Positive Attitude

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills

· Must possess the ability to work with diverse populations.

· Ability to travel throughout the United States for trainings.

· Problem Solving and Organizational Skills

· Capable of using Microsoft Office products.

 

Company Details

Industry Manufacturing
Headquarters Location 6841 North Rochester Road Studio 1A, Rochester Hills, Michigan 48306, United States

 

NOTICE TO APPLICANTS: General Polymers Thermoplastic Materials is an equal employment opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, or marital status. We assure you that your opportunity for employment with this employer depends solely upon your qualifications.

Company Description

Thermoplastic resin distribution company that services the plastic component manufacturing (Injection molding & customer profile extrusion) industry throughout North America. General Polymers Thermoplastic Materials LLC is one of the fastest growing authorized national distribution networks focusing on distribution of engineered and branded thermoplastic resins. Launched late 2016, we continue to grow and expand our commercial coverage in North America. Our focus is an extensive range of Engineered Resins from a select group of supply partners such as AsahiKasei, Elix Polymers, Mitsubishi, Aurora, Samyang, ENPLAS, Enviroplas, Lotte Chemical, GRECO & ComPlas Engineering Plastics. CUSTOMER DRIVEN – SUPPLIER FOCUSED.

Company Description

Thermoplastic resin distribution company that services the plastic component manufacturing (Injection molding & customer profile extrusion) industry throughout North America. General Polymers Thermoplastic Materials LLC is one of the fastest growing authorized national distribution networks focusing on distribution of engineered and branded thermoplastic resins. Launched late 2016, we continue to grow and expand our commercial coverage in North America. Our focus is an extensive range of Engineered Resins from a select group of supply partners such as AsahiKasei, Elix Polymers, Mitsubishi, Aurora, Samyang, ENPLAS, Enviroplas, Lotte Chemical, GRECO & ComPlas Engineering Plastics. CUSTOMER DRIVEN – SUPPLIER FOCUSED.

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