Sales Development Program

Job Description

Sales Development Program Associate | Flexsteel Industries Inc.

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at Flexsteel Industries Inc., initially located at its Global Headquarters in Dubuque, Iowa. Flexsteel is a company with over 130 years of history, offering a structured experience designed to accelerate sales careers. This program is for early-career professionals who are eager to grow rapidly and contribute to the future of Flexsteel sales. It provides extensive business exposure and mentorship to prepare individuals for a successful Sales Representative role across the U.S.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person Dubuque, IA
• Mission: This role prepares associates to step into a Sales Representative role by providing broad business exposure, mentorship, and key sales skills within an 18-24 month program.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel

What You’ll Actually Do
• Program Completion: Successfully complete a structured 6-9 month rotational curriculum, gaining exposure to Customer Care, Product Development, Sales Operations & Retail Development, Marketing, and Finance & Operations.
• Sales Support: Work closely with existing Flexsteel Sales Representatives to support account growth strategies and drive sales results.
• Customer Insights: Present market research findings and leverage data to influence and provide support to customers effectively.
• Field Strategy: Develop and execute comprehensive field sales support plans tailored for a specific portfolio of accounts.
• Project Execution: Complete essential projects within the Sales, Marketing, or Product Development departments to gain practical experience.

The Must-Haves
• Background: A Bachelor’s degree is required for this early-career development program, along with a strong understanding and commitment to customer focus.
• Experience: No specific prior work experience is stated as a requirement for this program, but proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel is essential. The role also requires the ability to travel up to 50%-75% and an eventual relocation to a Flexsteel chosen market upon program completion.
• Skills: Excellent communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal, are necessary. Candidates must also demonstrate the capability to effectively manage multiple tasks to timely resolution and work cross-functionally to develop effective, creative solutions.