Sales Development Program

Job Description

Sales Specialist | Flexsteel Industries Inc.

The Tone:
This is a full-time, 18-24-month Sales Development Program based at Flexsteel Industries Inc.’s Global Headquarters in Dubuque, Iowa. Flexsteel is a company with a long-standing history of over 130 years in the industry, offering a strong foundation for a sales career. This program is specifically crafted for early-career professionals eager for rapid growth, providing an opportunity to learn the intricacies of the business, engage with executive leadership, and significantly contribute to the future direction of Flexsteel’s sales strategies. You will gain broad business exposure, benefit from dedicated one-on-one mentorship, and acquire essential skills for long-term success within a results-focused team. Upon successful completion, participants are prepared for Sales Representative or eCommerce Account Manager roles, with company support for relocation anywhere in the U.S.

The TL;DR
• Role: Sales Development Program Participant
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, Dubuque, IA
• Pay: $50000–$60000 yearly
• Mission: Equip early-career professionals with foundational sales and business knowledge to support account growth and drive results for Flexsteel.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Curriculum Engagement: Actively participate in a structured 6–9 month rotational curriculum, contributing to areas such as customer communication and order processing in Customer Care, supporting product launches in Product Development, and assisting with strategic sales support.
• Sales Account Collaboration: Work closely with Flexsteel Sales Representatives or eCommerce Managers to facilitate account growth and achieve defined results.
• Market & Data Analysis: Conduct comprehensive market research and leverage data-driven insights to effectively influence and support customer strategies.
• Strategic Project Completion: Execute core projects within Sales, Marketing, or Product Development, demonstrating practical application of learned skills.
• Customer Reporting & Planning: Prepare and distribute customer-focused reports and analyses, while also developing and executing field sales support plans for a portfolio of accounts.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level. This program is for early-career professionals seeking accelerated growth in sales within a competitive and results-focused environment.
• Experience: No specific prior professional experience is explicitly required, as this is a foundational development program designed for those eager to make an impact.
• Skills: Competitive mindset, results-orientation, aptitude for data utilization, effective communication, and readiness to learn business planning.