Distribution Sales Representative Trainee
The Management in Training - Sales (MIT) Program is an entry-level, hands-on training program based in our distribution warehouses. It is a great opportunity for individuals seeking an introductory role that will lead to a long-term career in distribution B2B sales.
You will receive 6-months of guidance, support and resources to learn about the swimming pool supply, irrigation and landscape distribution industry.
If you are passionate about sales, love to lead, and are customer service oriented, then we are ready to kick start your career!
*Willingness to relocate at the end of training, in December 2025, is a requirement, at company expense.
What You Will Do:
- Receive hands-on sales training by traveling with our outside sales representatives and participating in sales and service calls.
- Shadow contractors/builders, service/maintenance, and retail store customers to learn their aspect of the swimming pool, irrigation and landscaping business.
- Participate in classroom training sessions (lecture, role play and computer lab) at the state-of-the-art EDGEucation Center in Plano, Texas. Topics to include sales, financials, human capital management and operating systems.
- Increase your job knowledge by participating in sales conferences, obtaining sales certifications, researching marketing trends and using marketing tools.
- Give a comprehensive presentation to senior level management for completion of the Sales MIT program at the end of the 6 month program.
- Other job duties and special sales projects as assigned.
What We Are Looking For:
- Bachelor's degree or Associate’s degree in Management, Selling & Sales Management, Marketing or other related discipline with a minimum of 2.5 GPA.
- At least 6 months of work experience in sales and/or customer service experience in a sales, service or distribution industry. In lieu of work experience, will consider involvement in sales internships,
- organizations/clubs, volunteer work/community service, athletics or military leadership.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite with ability to learn AMP CRM and inventory systems.
- Hold a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record; no drug or alcohol related convictions on driving record in the past 3 years.
- Ability to relocate during and after the program (at company expense) for career development opportunities.
- Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.
- Ability to occasionally maneuver heavy machinery, such as pallet jacks, forklifts, etc. and lift products up to 75 pounds.
Learn more about the position by visiting www.poolcorp.com/mit.
At POOLCORP, we are committed to our employees’ success. Our comprehensive benefits program offers the flexibility of benefits that meet the needs of our employees and their families. Some of these benefits include medical, dental and vision care, company-paid life and long-term disability insurance, prescription drug coverage, flexible spending and health savings accounts, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase plan, and employee assistance and education reimbursement programs. These benefits can help build a foundation for the future while helping employees live a healthy lifestyle. Your total compensation (pay, benefits, and bonuses) will be adjusted based upon your job classification, hours worked, and length of employment. Please note that benefits are subject to change. For more information about compensation and benefits, visit https://www.poolcorp.com/careers/compensation-benefits/
The compensation range for this position in NV, NY, WA, CA, CO, NJ, RI, HI, IL, MN and CT is $60,000 per year based on a full-time schedule. The actual pay may vary depending on your skills, qualifications and experience. Additionally, this position may be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commissions plans as well as relocation or cost of living adjustments.
The application window for this position is expected to close after 30 days of posting, but will remain open until filled.
POOLCORP will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, POOLCORP will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
This position is considered “safety-sensitive” and includes tasks or duties which could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the tasks or others.
POOLCORP is a drug-free company.
POOLCORP is an Equal Opportunity Employer – By Choice. The Company understands, respects, and values diversity – unique styles, experiences, identities, ideas, and opinions – while striving to be inclusive of all people. This commitment is critical to our success as a global company as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Hiring and promotional decisions are based solely on the qualifications required for the job to be filled.