Sales Development Trainee (IMPACT Program) - Elk Grove Village, IL

Your role

Participation in Atlas Copco’s Sales Development Program (IMPACT Program) is an opportunity for the right candidate to start a rewarding sales career working for a world-class leader in industrial technologies. You will build your professional sales skills and learn the tools needed to excel in your career! You will report to the Regional Sales Manager and work closely with the outside & inside sales team as well as the operations team to ensure exposure to many facets of Atlas Copco's business and structure. Upon completion of your mission in the role, you will be prepared to apply for an Outside Sales position that suits your competence as well as your training and product knowledge.

You will

• Build skills suited for sales, marketing, applications, and account management by performing activities such as:
• Lead Qualification
• Sales Pipeline Management
• Quote Creation
• Order Tracking and customer follow-up
• Marketing Campaigns & Market Study / Analysis
• Work with Regional Sales Managers to learn sales strategies and practices.
• Shadow Service Technicians to gain intimate knowledge of the equipment and its applications.
• Shadow Sales Managers and enginneers to learn compressed air applications and system dynamics.
• Participate in meetings with other Sales Trainees and previous program grads that allow for team building and mentorship.
• Travel to Rock Hill, SC for training.
• You will receive training on our CRM, Quoting, Application, Marketing and Travel software. Training will also be provided on contract law, basic finance as well as territory management.
  

To succeed, you will need

We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. We value diverse experiences and perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the role.

• Must have strong computer skills including Microsoft Office 365
• The ideal candidate will be a new or recent college graduate with a BS in Engineering, Industrial Distribution or Business/Marketing.
• The ideal candidate will have demonstrable hands-on technical skill and abilities.
• Must be self-disciplined and able to work independently, yet willing to ask for help when needed.
• Must possess strong communication skills including phone, email, meetings, classroom, etc.
  
  

In return, we offer

• Culture of trust and accountability
• Excellent compensation package, including a generous 401 (k) retirement plan
• Heath, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Competitive Paid time off
• Life & Disability insurance
• Salary: $58,000 - $63,000 Retention Bonus
  
  

Location

This role is in office and there will be travel opportunities.

Contact information

Talent Acquisition Team: Courtney File

Uniting curious minds

Behind every innovative solution, there are people working together to transform the future. With careers sparked by initiative and lifelong learning, we unite curious minds, and you could be one of them.Atlas Copco Compressors LLC is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state and local fair employment practices laws. Atlas Copco Compressors LLC strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, gender (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender or transsexual individual), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. All Atlas Copco Compressors LLC employees, other workers and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits and termination of employment.