Sales Trainee - Packaging

UFP Packaging provides comprehensive, custom packaging solutions and services to various industries. With facilities worldwide, we have the footprint to serve the needs of regional, national, and global customers. Our experts design heavy-duty, cost-effective packaging that meets regulatory standards across a wide range of industries.Build Your Career in Sales with Hands-On Training and Real-World ImpactAre you driven, curious, and ready to launch a career in sales? As a Sales Trainee, you’ll gain hands-on experience, learn industry-leading sales practices, and work closely with experienced Account Managers and Sales Leaders. This role is designed to develop future sales professionals through structured training, mentorship, and real customer interaction.You’ll learn our products, systems, and sales process from the ground up—while actively contributing to customer success and business growth.What You’ll DoLearn the Business & the IndustryDevelop a thorough understanding of company products, sales processes, policies, and procedures.Learn how manufacturing operations, purchasing, shipping, and receiving support the sales cycle.Apply business math concepts to real manufacturing and sales scenarios.Gain Hands-On Sales ExperienceTravel with Account Managers to customer sites and gain exposure to live sales interactions.Make sales calls to current and prospective customers with guidance and coaching.Assist with customer service inquiries, helping to resolve issues promptly and professionally.Build and maintain strong customer relationships that support long-term success.Develop Technical & Business SkillsLearn and use UFPI business systems, CRM tools, and sales applications.Accurately enter customer orders and assist with sales documentation.Prepare reports and summaries for supervisors and management.Use Microsoft Teams, Outlook, Excel, and Word to stay organized and communicate effectively.Grow ProfessionallyManage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and develop time‑management skills.Plan and participate in meetings, ensuring materials and participants are prepared.Travel to other facilities as part of best-practice training and professional development.What We’re Looking ForBachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field (or equivalent work experience)Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)Strong communication skills—both verbal and writtenA willingness to learn, travel, and step outside your comfort zoneProfessionalism, organization, and a customer-first mindsetWhy Join Us?Structured training and mentorship designed to launch your sales careerReal-world sales exposure—not just classroom learningClear growth opportunities within sales and account managementCollaborative, supportive environment where your ideas and effort matterClick here to watch what a day in the life of a Sales Trainee looks like.Salary Pay Range: Starting base pay- $55,000 - $65,000 annually dependent on experience*pay range may be adjusted depending on cost of livingBenefits Currently Offered To Our EmployeesMedical insuranceHealth savings account with company contributionDental insuranceVision insuranceBasic and voluntary life insuranceDisability insurance401(k) plan with company matchPaid vacation and holidaysStock purchase program with employee discountEducational reimbursementWellness programs and challenges Other supplemental benefitsThe Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.