Entry-Level Sales Management Trainee

Job Description

Entry-Level Sales Management Trainee | NextUp Talent

The Tone:
This is a full-time, on-site role at NextUp Talent, located in Houston, TX. NextUp Talent specializes in crafting compelling brand experiences that genuinely engage customers. The company’s core mission is to redefine how individuals connect with various products and services through direct, face-to-face interactions, vibrant communication strategies, and a strong focus on achieving results. This Entry-Level Sales Management Trainee role is fundamental for ambitious individuals looking to build foundational sales expertise, cultivate persuasive communication skills, and progressively grow into a leadership position within a supportive team environment.

The TL;DR
• Role: Full Time
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Houston, TX
• Mission: This person directly solves the problem of connecting customers with products and services by driving engagement through face-to-face interactions and effective sales techniques.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Client Representation: Represent diverse client brands effectively at various on-site promotions, retail locations, and live marketing events to maximize visibility and engagement.
• Customer Needs Analysis: Build strong rapport with potential customers, engage them in meaningful conversations, and accurately identify their specific needs and interests.
• Sales Performance: Deliver compelling and informative product or service pitches, actively seeking opportunities for upselling to meet and exceed daily and weekly sales goals.
• Team Collaboration: Contribute actively to overall team sales performance and productivity, while beginning to support and guide newer team members as individual skills develop.
• Leadership Development: Participate consistently in structured leadership development workshops and receive continuous on-the-job coaching to prepare for future supervisory and management responsibilities.

The Must-Haves
• Background: This is an entry-level opportunity for individuals seeking to launch a career in sales and leadership, with a strong desire for personal and professional growth.
• Experience: Demonstrated comfort with in-person interactions and a willingness to learn through direct, hands-on experience in a customer-facing sales environment.
• Skills: Clear, confident, and persuasive communication abilities; a self-motivated, goal-oriented mindset; high adaptability and coachability; and consistent punctuality and dependability.
• Bonus: A genuine passion for connecting with people and enthusiastic about pursuing future leadership and management opportunities within the company.