Sales Trainee

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ThyssenKrupp AG (TK) is a leading global diversified technology and materials group based in Essen, Germany. It has 160,000 employees in nearly 80 countries working with passion and expertise to develop technologies, products and services for sustainable progress. Their skills and commitment are the basis for our success. In fiscal year 2013/2014, the Group generated sales of €41 billion (approximately $51.7 billion). Globally, the company comprises seven business areas (BA): Steel Europe, Steel Americas, Materials Services, Elevator Technologies, Components Technologies, Plant Technologies and Marine Systems, which serve clients across the automotive, aerospace, industrial and chemical sectors. In North America, ThyssenKrupp companies offer a range of products and services, including: high-performance alloys, automotive components, elevators, escalators and moving walks, material trading, handling and logistics, plant construction and industrial services. In fiscal year 2013/2014, ThyssenKrupp companies in North America employed approximately 20,500 people and generated sales of €9 billion (approximately $11.4 billion) in Canada, the United States and Mexico. In 2011, ThyssenKrupp adopted a regional organizational structure to streamline decision-making and take advantage of synergies as well as accelerate new product and service development in the region. As a result, the Group established a new North American headquarters, ThyssenKrupp North America, Inc. (TKNA), based in Chicago, Illinois. TKNA provides integrated strategic direction and services for all ThyssenKrupp companies in Canada, the United States and Mexico and helps identify new markets and opportunities for growth in the region. The Elevator Technology business area brings together the ThyssenKrupp Group’s global activities in passenger transportation systems. With sales of 6.4 billion euros in fiscal 2013/2014 and customers in 150 countries, ThyssenKrupp Elevator is one of the world’s leading elevator companies. With more than 50,000 highly skilled employees, the company offers innovative and energy-efficient products designed to meet customers’ individual requirements. The portfolio includes passenger and freight elevators, escalators and moving walks, passenger boarding bridges, stair and platform lifts as well as tailored service solutions for all products. Over 900 locations around the world provide an extensive sales and service network to guarantee closeness to customers. ThyssenKrupp Elevator Americas is the largest producer of elevators in the Americas, with more than 15,500 employees, in over 230 branch and service locations. ThyssenKrupp Elevator Americas oversees all business for the operations in the United States, Canada, Central and South America. It is a subsidiary of ThyssenKrupp Elevator AG. Sales Trainee Job Description ThyssenKrupp Elevator is looking for enthusiastic entry level Sales Trainee to join our world class team in Philadelphia, PA. Recruits will enter a specialized 6 month training program to prepare them for advancement into a sales representative role. The ability to relocate after the training is essential part of this program.  Come find your future with usThyssenKrupp Elevator offers career growth; a competitive benefit and 401(k) package with immediate vesting; competitive pay; medical, dental, vision and disability plans after 30 days of employment; sales incentive bonus programs; monthly vehicle allowance plus fuel card; a great work environment; and the opportunity to join a large, stable, reputable and rewarding company. Duties & Responsibilities: Accomplish levels of sales objectives Gather market and customer information and conduct presentations Develop and maintain relationships with new and existing customers Read and understand job plans and specifications and obtain estimates Develop budgets and schedules for customers Perform preliminary design work with architects and general contractors Attend educational and business review meetings Travel within local territory and occasionally overnight for training and meetings Specific Job Duties Bachelor’s degree required — recent college graduates and military applicants with a strong aptitude for sales are encouraged to apply Previous sales experience strongly preferred Oracle, SAP or other ERP experience strongly preferred Strong computer skills and math aptitude Mechanical and technical aptitude Ability to work independently Strong organizational and communication skills Willing to relocate within the East region ThyssenKrupp Elevator Corp. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, genetics, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other protected characteristic required by applicable law. Applicants with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation in connection with the application process are encouraged to contact us directly.