What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sales Intern position at CED?
Company Description
CED is one of the nation's largest distributors of electrical products and services, specializing in residential, commercial, industrial, and solar projects. By investing in talented and energetic individuals, CED connects industry professionals to deliver innovative and reliable electrical solutions. Our dedication to quality and excellence has positioned CED as a leader in powering homes, businesses, and essential industries. We strive to create meaningful customer relationships while providing top-notch products and services.
Role Description
Our internship is designed for candidates who are sales oriented and interested in sales or management. Our highly structured 10-12 week introductory course is paid and will provide candidates a working knowledge of the industry by exposing them to all aspects of the electrical distribution field through a combination of mentoring and on-the-job training. The program requires a strong commitment from each participant and encompasses, but is not limited to, warehouse operations, shipping and receiving, counter sales, sales and interpersonal skills, customer relations and CED business philosophy. Our interns will have the opportunity to work on special projects such as market sales or customer analysis, as well as, other projects custom designed by the management team and the intern.
Qualifications
- Proficient communication and customer service skills with a focus on relationship building
- Basic understanding of or interest in sales and sales management processes
- Ability to participate in training programs and apply learning to practical scenarios
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is a plus
- A team-oriented mindset with a proactive attitude
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Business, Marketing, Sales, or a related field