Outside Sales Apprentice
| Estimated Pay info | Based on similar jobs in your market$66 per hour |
|---|---|
| Hours | Full-time |
| Location | 1441 Combermere Dr. Troy, Michigan 48083 Detroit, Michigan open_in_new |
About this job
Job Description
1. Position Summary
The Sales Apprentice program is designed to develop the next generation of Brehob sales professionals through hands-on training, mentorship, and real-world exposure to our customers, products, and service lines. This entry-level role supports Territory Managers and Customer Service Teams while learning Brehob’s sales process, CRM discipline, and Core Values — Drive, Grit, Smarts, Backbone, and Collective Strength. The program prepares the apprentice to transition into a full-time Territory Manager role upon successful completion.
2. Key Responsibilities
Sales Development & Training
· Participate in structured sales training sessions covering Brehob’s products, services, and market segments.
· Shadow Territory Managers on customer visits, site assessments, and service calls to learn relationship management and solution selling.
· Learn and apply Brehob’s sales pipeline process from prospecting to closing.
· Assist in preparing proposals, quotes, and customer presentations.
· Complete assigned e-learning, vendor courses, and internal training milestones on schedule.
Customer & Team Support
· Support Territory Managers and CST members by updating CRM data, logging activity, and tracking customer communications.
· Research prospective accounts and assist in lead qualification.
· Help prepare sales reports, dashboards, and meeting summaries.
· Coordinate with Operations, Engineering, and Service teams to understand project flow and customer expectations.
Operational & Professional Growth
· Attend and contribute to weekly sales meetings and product knowledge sessions.
· Demonstrate progress in technical, sales, and communication skills through regular check-ins with assigned mentor and Regional Sales Manager.
· Uphold Brehob’s safety, compliance, and professionalism standards at all times.
· Participate in community, trade, and company-sponsored events as part of professional development.
3. Key Metrics / Performance Indicators
· Completion of sales and technical training milestones.
· CRM accuracy and activity logging compliance.
· Demonstrated growth in product knowledge and customer engagement.
· Feedback from mentors, Territory Managers, and RSMs.
· Progression toward readiness for a Territory Manager role within 12–18 months.
4. Job Requirements
· Associate or bachelor’s Degree preferred (Business, Marketing, or Technical discipline ideal).
· Strong interest in industrial sales, technical products, or service-based business.
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
· Self-starter with a willingness to learn and take direction.
· Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and comfortable learning CRM systems.
· Valid driver’s license and ability to travel within assigned region for training and customer visits.
5. Work Schedule
· Standard hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
· Some regional travel required for training, customer visits, and company meetings.