Feed Sales Intern

, Iowa

Internship Length: 45 hrs
Office Hours: 8:00AM - 5:00PM

Intern Title: Feed Sales Intern

Revision Date: 12/24/2019

Reports to: Territory Sales Manager

Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Unpaid

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The feed sales intern will combine their classroom knowledge with real-world, hands on experience of real-world sales by working directly with a Stutsman Territory Sales Manager.

PERFORMANCE SKILLS:

· Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to communicate reasoning.

· Excellent communication, writing and critical thinking skills.

· Manage time and effectively prioritize work tasks.

· Work collaboratively, exhibit effective social and interpersonal communication skills.

· Resourceful and innovative in finding solutions to problems.

· Flexible and adapt to changing business surroundings.

TECHNICAL SKILLS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Participate in calls and surveys with customers and ensuring their needs are met.

· Develop in-store selling skills.

· Observe and assist customers with their needs and learn how to efficiently take customer over-the-phone orders.

·· Spend time in the feed warehouse getting familiar with sellable products and strategies.

REQUIREMENTS:

· Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills

· Self-starter attitude

· Energetic and eager to tackle new projects and ideas

· High level of attention to detail

· Valid driver’s license is required

THIS DESCRIPTION DOES NOT LIST ALL DUTIES. INTERN MAY BE ASKED TO PERFORM OTHER DUTIES BY THE STAFF OR SUPERVISOR. INTERN WILL BE EVALUATED ON PERFORMANCE OF THE PROJECTS LISTED AS WELL AS INTERACTION WITH EMPLOYEES AND CLIENTS. ON-SITE HOURS WILL BE NEGOTIATED WITH EACH CANDIDATE.

SAFETY EXPECTATIONS, INCLUDING HARASSMENT, SHOULD BE REVIEWED WITH THE HOST.

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