Sales Trainee
BUCKEYE CORRUGATED · Houston, TX
On-siteEntry levelFull-time
Raised $4.4M in Aug 2026Posted Sep 18, 2026
The Sales Trainee joins a 12-18 month training program to learn the corrugated packaging industry and prepare to become an Account Executive. They work in an office setting, meeting sales and customer service standards and reviewing training goals weekly with the Sales Manager.
What you'll do
- Participate in 12-18 month sales training program
- Meet or exceed sales and customer service operating standards
- Achieve professional goals agreed with the Sales Manager
- Review training goals weekly with the Sales Manager
- Follow safety rules, policies and procedures
Requirements
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and in a team
- Ability to read and interpret sales reports and manuals
- Ability to write reports and correspondence
- Ability to calculate discounts, costs, percentages and volume
- Strong attention to detail
- Valid driver's license, safe driving record and reliable transportation
Nice to have
- Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in sales/marketing
- Two years outside selling or related experience
- Experience in the corrugated box industry
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
- Disability benefits
- 401(k)
- Paid time off and holidays
- Bonus plan
- Employee stock ownership opportunity
Skills
Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft WordOutside Sales
Outlined skills are listed as required.
Full original 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.