Sales Associate – Development Program

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Michigan.

📋 Description

• Successfully complete RRD's four-month Associate Development Program training.

• Acquire and apply RRD's sales techniques through comprehensive training and observation.

• Engage in prospecting and cold calling to establish new accounts.

• Shadow sales representatives, with some travel required.

• Support senior sales representatives in sourcing, securing, and managing both new and existing business.

• Attend both internal and external sales meetings.

• Foster relationships with current accounts and customers.

• Develop a sales pipeline for the post-training assignment.

• Continue enhancing knowledge of the sales industry through relevant marketing and sales publications.

• Perform related tasks and participate in special projects as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in sales, marketing, business, communications, packaging, economics, or related fields (Preferred).

• Exceptional listening skills to effectively understand customer needs.

• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.

• High motivation to learn and grow.

• Capability to make data-driven decisions and articulate return on investment to clients.

• Proficient in decision-making and problem-solving.

• Driven and motivated to achieve success in sales.

• Previous experience using a CRM, such as Salesforce (Preferred).

• Experience in sales internships or selling roles.

• Reliable transportation to and from clients within the designated territory.

• Must reside in Grand Rapids, MI.

• Successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screen.

• Some travel required.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical coverage.

• Dental coverage.

• Vision coverage.

• Paid time off.

• Disability insurance.

• 401(k) with company match.

• Life insurance.

• Voluntary supplemental insurance options.

• Parental leave.

• Adoption assistance.

• Tuition assistance.

• Discounts from employers and partners.

• Opportunities for participation in bonuses, commissions, or incentive programs may be available.

• Ongoing development opportunities through marketing and sales publications.