Sales Trainee

GraybarGraybarProvidence, Rhode Island, United States
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Posted

8/12/2026

Employment

Full time

Range

$22 - $22/hr

Work style

On-site

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Core responsibilities

The Sales Trainee will learn the electrical distribution business and Graybar’s sales process through formal training and hands-on experience. Responsibilities include rotating through various business areas such as sales, logistics, and customer service while developing product knowledge.

Requirements overview

Candidates must possess a 2 or 4-year degree or equivalent work experience and have a valid driver's license. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, along with the ability to work both independently and within a team, are required.

Key skills

Sales processElectrical distributionProduct knowledgeLogisticsCustomer serviceCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsTeamworkDriving

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Education requirements

associate degreebachelor degree

About Graybar

Industry

Wholesale

Employees

8,209

Type

Privately Held

Size

5,001-10,000 employees

Graybar, a Fortune 500 corporation and one of the largest employee-owned companies in North America, is a leader in the distribution of high quality electrical, communications and data networking products, and specializes in related supply chain management and logistics services. Through its network of 290 North American distribution facilities, it stocks and sells products from thousands of manufacturers, helping its customers power, network and secure their facilities with speed, intelligence and efficiency. For more information, visit www.graybar.com or call 1-800-GRAYBAR.

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Job categories

SalesLogisticsManufacturing

Description

Make a difference. As a Sales Trainee, you will learn the electrical distribution business and Graybar’s sales process through a mix of formal training sessions and hands-on learning. Our Sales Trainees are exposed to all areas of our business and are given the opportunity to receive specialized training and are provided a great overview of our industry before transitioning into a sales role. In this role you will: Learn Graybar’s sales and distribution process Develop product knowledge of electrical, communications, and security equipment Rotate through different areas of the business including sales, logistics, customer service, transactional and project processes What you bring to the table: Ability to drive and operate a motor vehicle with a valid driver's license Ability to work independently and within a team Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills 2 or 4-year degree or equivalent work experience Compensation Details: The expected pay rate for this position is starting at $22.00 per hour depending on experience. The Value of Graybar: At Graybar, we are known for our comprehensive benefits and our employee stock ownership plan! Most regular, full-time employees at Graybar may be eligible for a variety of benefits like: Multiple plan options for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug benefits. Life Insurance coverage for you and options for your family. Save on expenses with Flexible Spending Accounts. Enjoy our Disability Benefits at no cost to you. Share in our success with Profit Sharing Plans. 401(k) Savings Plan with company match to help secure your future. Paid Vacation & Sick Days to spend time away from work or in case of an illness. Rest and recharge during our Paid Holidays throughout the year. Take advantage of our Paid Wellness Day to focus on preventive care and prioritize your health. Volunteer with Community Time Off to give back to the community. Predictable Work Schedules to plan your life: no weekends or nights for most roles. Celebrate your and others' achievements with our Employee Recognition Program. Reach your career goals with our Educational Reimbursement and Career Development Programs. And More Perks that support your well-being and career growth. Benefit eligibility may vary across locations and roles, so be sure to check in with your recruiter for more information. Why should you join Graybar? At Graybar, our employees are the heart and soul of our company. We believe that employees with diverse perspectives bring the ideas and innovative thinking we need to solve our biggest challenges and compete in an ever-changing world. Consistent with our values, we welcome people from all backgrounds, cultures and experiences into our company because we believe it’s the right thing to do and the right way to run our business. We want each of our employees to know that they matter and to feel a sense of belonging, ownership and inclusion at Graybar. We believe that everyone should be treated with dignity and respect, and we work to build a collaborative environment where our employees have the opportunity to grow, learn and make a difference, both as individuals and as part of the team. That’s what our employee ownership culture is all about: working as one team and moving forward together, while honoring the unique value each person brings to our company. Apply now and find out what’s next for you. Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled Not the right fit? Let us know you're interested in a future opportunity by clicking Introduce Yourself in the top-right corner of the page or create an account to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest!

Requirements

  • Sales process
  • Electrical distribution
  • Product knowledge
  • Logistics
  • Customer service
  • Communication skills
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Teamwork
  • Driving

Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Prescription drug benefits
  • Life insurance
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Disability benefits
  • Profit sharing plans
  • 401(k) savings plan
  • Paid vacation
  • Paid sick days
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid wellness day
  • Community time off
  • Employee recognition program
  • Educational reimbursement
  • Career development programs
  • Employee stock ownership plan

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