Business Trainee at Buckeye Corrugated, Inc. (Houston, TX)
Buckeye Corrugated, Inc.· Houston, TX·
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Job description
Position Purpose:
BCI is looking for talented, passionate associates to join our Sales Trainee program. The Sales Trainee will be enrolled in our 12-18 month sales training program to prepare and equip the associate with the knowledge and skills in learning the corrugated packaging industry to become a part of our successful Account Executive team.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Tasks related to this position may vary and are not limited to those listed below:
- Follow established safety rules, policies and procedures at all times
- Participate in a 12-18 month sales training program to prepare for a long-term position with BCI as an Account Executive
- Meet or exceed the operating standards in the areas of sales and customer service. Such standards will be set annually and communicated to the Account Executive
- Achieve in meeting or exceeding the developed professional goals set to and agreed upon between yourself and the Sales Manager
- Participate in advancing the business through new and innovative ideas
- Review of the training program goals with the Sales Manager on a weekly basis to ensure the Sales Trainee is acquiring the skills necessary in becoming a successful Account Executive
- Exhibit professional behavior at all times and treating others with respect
- Full-time role in an office setting
Desired Skills and Behavioral Strengths:
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Strong communication, interpersonal, listening and verbal and written communication skills
- Highly motivated and results-orientated individual who can work well both independently and within a team environment
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as sales reports, operating instructions and training and procedure manuals
- Ability to write reports and correspondence
- Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, costs, proportions, percentages and volume
- Strong attention to detail
Desired Qualifications and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in sales/marketing
- Two years outside selling or related experience – preferred, but not required
- Experience in the corrugated box industry – preferred, but not required
- Valid driver’s license, safe driving record and reliable transportation
About BCI
Buckeye Corrugated, Inc. (BCI) is a privately held, employee-owned company with twelve (12) corrugated manufacturing facilities, providing an extensive range of corrugated packaging products. Located in ten states, our services and capabilities include custom-designed corrugated packaging, point-of-purchase displays, point-of-sale packaging along with fulfillment and logistics. Simply stated, we do not just make boxes. We build the means to shape impressions and influence perceptions.
BCI provides competitive pay and a robust benefits package including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision and life insurance, disability benefits, 401(k), paid time off and holidays, as well as a bonus plan and opportunity for employee stock ownership.
Why work at Buckeye Corrugated, Inc.
- Culture: BCI emphasizes a "performance-driven" culture where teamwork, craftsmanship, and innovation are valued. The company describes itself as a team of "makers, thinkers, and innovators."
- Work model: Most roles are on-site (manufacturing, design, engineering, logistics). Some hybrid positions exist (e.g., in Reno, NV). Corporate headquarters is in Fairlawn, OH.
- Benefits package (from careers page):
- Bonus plans for all employees
- Medical coverage with $0 deductible & $0 preventive care co-pays
- Flexible spending accounts (medical and dependent care)
- Dental and vision coverage
- Life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability benefits
- 401(k) with up to 3% match (50% on the first 6% of deferral)
- Paid time off and 10 paid holidays
- Educational assistance reimbursement
- Opportunity to own BCI stock
- Community involvement: Donates to local organizations and awards college scholarships to employees' children.
- Career growth: Offers training, advancement opportunities, and a "build a career that’s built to last" philosophy.