Accelerated Sales Development Program - Trainee

Company: Mohawk Industries
Location: Hamden
Posted on: November 22, 2022

Job Description:

Are you looking for more?
At Mohawk Industries, we're committed to more - more customer solutions, more process improvements, more sustainable manufacturing and more opportunities for our team.
As a Fortune 500, global flooring leader with some of the best-known brands in the industry, Mohawk is a great place to start or develop your career with an emphasis on more of what's important to you. Whether you want to lead more, innovate more, learn more or create more, you can find your more with Mohawk.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW:
Are you passionate about building a career in sales instead of settling for a 9 to 5 job?
Does the thought of working for a company committed to a more sustainable future excite you?
Would you like to work for one of Forbes World's Best Employers?
As part of Mohawk's Residential Accelerated Sales Development Program, you'll be learning from a company that is leading the industry in flooring technology, which will allow you to hone your sales skills and build your career.
The program starts with a 6-week hands-on training course in our Corporate Office in Calhoun, GA followed by a 2-week field shadowing period. You'll then be relocated to a new city where you will find your sweet spot.
NOTE: Sales territories are assigned in accordance with company needs. Participants are not guaranteed assignment to a specific geographic location and should be open to relocation.
YOUR ROLE:
As a residential sales professional you will be a self-starter with a drive to provide your consumer markets with the best products available. As a member of the Mohawk residential sales team, you will provide our clients with the finest possible flooring solutions for their needs.
In your new city, you will begin to grow your career as an Junior Territory Manager and grow into an Territory Manager role.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in Sales, Marketing or other related degree. Certificates are also a plus
Minimum 2.5 GPA

Less than three years of sales experience

Able to relocate within the U.S
PREFERRED SKILLS:
Demonstrated leadership potential in school, community and/or workplace

Self-starter that thrives with minimal supervision

Presentation & negotiation skills
PERKS & BENEFITS:
During the 8-week course, Mohawk will pay for your housing and transportation in accordance with our plan. You will receive an iPad, cell phone and company vehicle along with a gas card and all vehicle maintenance upon completion of the course. Our sales reps can look forward to competitive base salary with benefits including 401k match, life insurance, medical & dental coverage and exclusive employee discounts.
Mohawk Industries is a leading global flooring manufacturer that creates products to enhance residential and commercial spaces around the world. Mohawk's vertically integrated manufacturing and distribution processes provide competitive advantages in the production of carpet, rugs, ceramic tile, laminate, wood, stone and vinyl flooring. Our industry-leading innovation has yielded products and technologies that differentiate our brands in the marketplace and satisfy all remodeling and new construction requirements. Our brands are among the most recognized in the industry and include American Olean, Daltile, Durkan, IVC, Karastan, Marazzi, Mohawk, Mohawk Home, Pergo, and Quick-Step. During the past decade, Mohawk has transformed its business from an American carpet manufacturer into the world's largest flooring company with operations in Australia, Brazil, Canada, Europe, India, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Russia and the United States.
Mohawk Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veteran committed to an inclusive workplace and a proud Drugs Don't Work participant.

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