{"id":41267,"date":"2026-06-24T12:58:31","date_gmt":"2026-06-24T12:58:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.monmouth.edu\/career-development\/job\/sales-trainee-greater-baltimore-area\/"},"modified":"2026-07-20T08:23:04","modified_gmt":"2026-07-20T12:23:04","slug":"sales-trainee-greater-baltimore-area","status":"publish","type":"ch_job","link":"https:\/\/www.monmouth.edu\/career-development\/job\/sales-trainee-greater-baltimore-area\/","title":{"rendered":"Sales Trainee &#8211; Greater Baltimore Area"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Sales Trainee\u00a0&#8211;\u00a0Greater\u00a0Baltimore\u00a0Area\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Who We Are<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>United Electric Supply Co. Inc. is a nationally recognized, 100% employee-owned company that is a large multi-regional supplier of electrical products and advanced services for the construction and industrial markets. United Electric offers a full range of electrical products and services with concentrations in industrial automation, building automation, lighting, wire\/cable\/conduit, distribution and control, data communications, electro-mechanical and energy solutions. With over 300 employees, United Electric is headquartered in New Castle, Delaware with locations throughout Delaware, Pennsylvania, Maryland, New Jersey, Virginia and New York.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Position Summary<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Ready to build a career, not just land your first job?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>As a Sales Trainee at United Electric Supply, you\u2019ll join a hands-on development program designed to launch your career in Outside Sales within the electrical distribution industry.<\/p>\n<p>This program is built for motivated individuals who want to learn the business from the ground up, build meaningful relationships, and grow into trusted advisors for their customers.<\/p>\n<p>At United Electric, our goal isn\u2019t just to train you for your first role. It\u2019s to help you build a long-term career. Through structured rotations, mentorship from experienced sales professionals, and industry training, you\u2019ll gain the knowledge, confidence, and real-world experience needed to succeed.<\/p>\n<p>Many of our top sales leaders have started in this exact program. We invest in people who are curious, driven, and excited to grow their careers with us.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Sales Trainee Program Summary<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Our Sales Trainee Program spans 18-24months providing real-world exposure to every step of the customer experience, from receiving and fulfilling orders to building long-term customer partnerships.<\/p>\n<p>Each rotation helps you understand how a sale moves from order entry \u2192 fulfillment \u2192 delivery \u2192 customer success. Along the way, you&#8217;ll develop problem-solving skills, product knowledge, and the ability to serve customers with confidence.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll also participate in industry training programs, product education, and sales development courses designed to accelerate your growth.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Training Cycles<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The program includes hands-on experience across key areas of our business:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Warehouse Operations\u00a0<br \/>Learn the logistics behind our business including receiving, stocking, picking orders, and preparing materials for delivery.<\/li>\n<li>Counter Sales\u00a0<br \/>Work directly with contractors and customers, helping them find the right materials and learning how products are used in the field.<\/li>\n<li>Product Groups (Gear, Lighting, Pipe, Wire)\u00a0<br \/>Gain specialized product knowledge and work alongside our internal product experts.<\/li>\n<li>Inside Sales<br \/>Develop quoting, order management, and customer relationship skills while supporting sales teams.<\/li>\n<li>Business Development &amp; Prospecting<br \/>Learn how to identify new opportunities, build a pipeline, and support business growth by developing foundational prospecting and relationship-building skills before completing the program.<\/li>\n<li>Outside Sales Shadowing\u00a0<br \/>Travel with experienced sales professionals to learn how customer relationships are built and maintained.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>What You\u2019ll Learn Throughout the Program<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>During your rotations, you will:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Learn how to clearly communicate United Electric\u2019s value to customers<\/li>\n<li>Build relationships with vendors and manufacturer partners<\/li>\n<li>Work alongside multiple departments to deliver the best customer experience<\/li>\n<li>Participate in web-based product and sales training programs<\/li>\n<li>Complete NAED EPEC certification modules to build a strong foundation in the electrical distribution industry<\/li>\n<li>Develop the confidence and knowledge needed to transition into Outside Sales<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Location<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<p>Flexibility with locations to maximize the roadmap. May need to be in locations with a counter and product groups during rotations. Supporting other locations for coverage as needed.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Future Role: Outside Sales \/ Account Representative<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>After completing the trainee program, you\u2019ll step into an Outside Sales role, where you\u2019ll manage customer relationships and help grow business within your territory.<\/p>\n<p>Key responsibilities include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Building and maintaining strong relationships with customers in your assigned territory<\/li>\n<li>Identifying opportunities to support customer projects and business goals<\/li>\n<li>Connecting customers with United\u2019s full range of solutions including Support Services, OnPoint Automation, Client Services, and Product Groups<\/li>\n<li>Collaborating with Inside Sales and internal teams to deliver exceptional service<\/li>\n<li>Following up on quotes and driving orders to completion<\/li>\n<li>Partnering with manufacturers to support customer needs<\/li>\n<li>Participating in industry events and networking opportunities<\/li>\n<li>Providing sales forecasts and account updates<\/li>\n<li>Supporting marketing initiatives, new product launches, and training programs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>This is a Safety Sensitive Position<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>May be required to operate powered industrial trucks.<\/li>\n<li>Must be able to lift 50 lbs. several times a day, bend, twist, and climb.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Commitment to Safety<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Adhere to all United Electric health, safety, and environmental policies. \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Act in a safe and positive manner always, ensure that those around you do not put themselves or others at risk. \u00a0Your personal safety is your responsibility.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Complete an accident\/Incident report for any safety and\/or health infractions that\u00a0occur or are\u00a0witnessed.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Support all United Electric health, safety, and environmental policies for all employees within your branch.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>What We\u2019re Looking For<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>We\u2019re looking for individuals who are motivated to grow and excited to build a career in sales.<\/p>\n<p>Qualifications include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Bachelor\u2019s degree in a related field preferred<\/li>\n<li>Strong interpersonal and communication skills<\/li>\n<li>Ability to build relationships and work collaboratively<\/li>\n<li>Problem-solving mindset and willingness to learn<\/li>\n<li>Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment<\/li>\n<li>Self-motivated with a strong drive to succeed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Compensation &amp; 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