Associate Trade Sales Consultant - Paramus, NJ
Associate Trade Sales Consultant
Launch your career in sales with Pella. The Associate Trade Sales Consultant role is designed to prepare you for a future position as an outside Trade Sales Consultant through hands-on experience, mentorship, and training.
In this role, you’ll partner closely with an experienced Sales Consultant while supporting customers in the showroom and in the field. You’ll build product knowledge, develop customer relationships, and gain experience using tools like PQM and CRM to generate quotes and manage interactions—all while learning how to grow and manage a customer base.
What You’ll Do
- Support the sales process in the showroom and in the field
- Build and maintain strong relationships with builders, contractors, and homeowners
- Assist with quoting, blueprint reading, and customer follow-up
- Develop expertise in Pella products and the competitive landscape
- Partner cross-functionally to ensure a seamless customer experience
- Participate in sales training, local events, and industry opportunities
What We’re Looking For
- Strong relationship-building and communication skills
- Interest in sales and a drive to grow a customer base
- Problem-solving mindset and attention to detail
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Adaptability and willingness to learn
This role is designed to prepare you for an outside sales position within 6–12 months, based on your readiness and business needs.
Compensation & Benefits
The pay for this role is $25/hr., with eligibility to receive other supplemental earnings such as over-time. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, experience, specific work geography, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.
As a member of the Pella Family of Brands, you will be eligible for company sponsored benefits that include healthcare, dental, vision, paid vacation, a generous 401(k) plan, tuition assistance, and much more.