Retail Sales Intern

About the Opportunity The Retail Sales Intern will work in a Sales Team environment in support of Driscoll’s Mission, Vision, and Values as the Fresh Berry Category Leader. Answers phone calls, and provides Extraordinary Customer Service for our internal and external customers. Assists in organizing and implementing the short-term daily activities to achieve an orderly Sales, A/R, Marketing, and Distribution process. Special projects coordination. Intern gains valuable knowledge of the Retail Industry, from grower perspective and the entire operation of distribution channels. Responsibilities

Responsibilities

•        Performs effective Customer Service practices for our internal and external customers.

•        Answers phone calls and processes them accordingly within Sales Group.

•        Inputs sales order and verify shipping process.

•        Communicates Pricing information to appropriate Customers.

•        Works with Sales Staff to facilitate Accounts Receivables process.

•        Job Shadows with other Departments (Marketing, Precool, Quality Assurance)

•        Operates PC, photocopy machine, fax and paper shredder.

•        Ensures Driscoll’s confidential and proprietary information and materials.

•        Represents Driscoll's in an ethical and business-like manner in all interactions with growers, co-workers, suppliers, customers, and the business community at large.

•        Maintains a safe and professional appearing work area.

•        Performs other duties as instructed by supervisor.

 

Compensation

The following information is provided in good faith as a general description of the salary range and benefits for the position posted.  The actual compensation offered to the successful candidate is dependent upon experience, skills, education, work location, internal pay equity, and other objective job-related factors. 

 

The hourly range estimated for this internship is: Freshman to recent grad (Bachelor's level within 6 months of graduation): $18-$22

    Candidate Profile

***IMPORTANT***

- This is an on-site, six‑month internship based in Watsonville, CA.

- We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time or in the future. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. 

Requirements
•    Be currently enrolled in a 4-year college or university. 
•    Strong organizational and planning skills.  
•    Strong communication skills, both orally and written.
•    Ability to be adaptable and flexible in a fast paced continuously changing environment. 
•    Some experience in utilizing information technologies, which include Microsoft Word & Excel
•    Dependable and Reliable with solid Interpersonal relations skill set.  
•    Willingness to learn.
•    Be attentive to details and have high observation skills. 

Preferred Qualifications & Leadership Competencies
•    California driver’s license and the ability to be covered under company-sponsored vehicle insurance program.