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Careers : Sales Trainee

This program represents an outstanding opportunity for success-driven professionals to launch a potential-laden career with an industry leader. There are three qualities that distinguish Monrovia's Sales Representatives from others in our field:

  • A level of expertise that is highly respected throughout our industry.
  • The ability to transform that expertise into value-adding consultative support for our customers.
  • Knowledge of consumer needs and industry trends.

program

The Sales Trainee Program consists of three stages:

  • Hands-on Nursery Work (up to nine months, depending upon skill, knowledge, and experience)
  • Inside Sales Representative (two to four years)
  • Outside Sales Representative

qualifications

Required background and experience:

  • Either a horticultural background and/or related degree or extensive sales experience (ideally a combination of all three)
  • Ability to relocate between locations
  • Excellent sales and interpersonal skills

Preferred, but not required:

  • Background in retail sales and/or marketing
  • Successful completion of an internship in a related field

Essential qualities and attributes:

  • Outstanding people/sales skills
  • A passion for plants
  • Ability to learn quickly
  • Strong sense of personal and professional integrity
  • Upbeat attitude and professional demeanor
  • Self-motivated and self-disciplined
  • Excellent communication skills

compensation and benefits

Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Monrovia offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

  • While trainees perform the hands-on nursery work, they earn a competitive hourly wage.
  • As an Inside Sales Rep, in addition to earning the hourly wage, trainees are eligible to participate in our incentive programs.
  • As an Outside Sales Rep, trainees move onto a commission structure with a potential for earning an excellent income.
  • In addition, throughout employment, we offer trainees our excellent benefits package.

Opportunities are available at our Oregon, Visalia, Georgia and North Carolina nurseries. Interested candidates should apply via our website https://azlink.monrovia.com/employment indicating their location of interest. Any questions may be directed to Sylvia Lopez at (626) 334-9321, ext. 1214.

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F D/V

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