Field Sales Intern - Los Angeles
Graco - Los Angeles, CA
posted 2 days ago
About the position
Graco manufactures and markets premium equipment to move, measure, control, dispense and spray a wide variety of fluid and powder materials. The Contractor Equipment Division (CED) makes sprayers that apply paint to walls and other structures, with product models for users ranging from do-it-yourself homeowners to professional paint contractors. The division is expanding to accommodate increased demand and growth driven by an investment in new products and innovative ideas. The Sales Intern is responsible for generating sales growth of designated Contractor Division products in the assigned market(s) using a demonstration and education-focused selling approach. This position is aimed at sophomore- and junior-level college students and is home-based in the greater Los Angeles area, with travel only required throughout the metro area. The Sales Intern can begin on a part-time basis during school, with full-time hours in Summer 2025.
Responsibilities
- Grow sales in the assigned market.
- Use provided database resources to target end-users.
- Develop an immediate solid working relationship with assigned Paint Store Sales Reps.
- Conduct effective hands-on demonstrations of select Graco equipment.
- Implement marketing programs as required.
- Maintain a database of all daily activities (hands-on demonstrations and sales leads).
- Work closely with local CED sales staff to ensure leads are turned into sales in a timely manner.
- Coordination of all activities for the assigned market with CED sales staff.
Requirements
- Completed 2 years towards a Bachelor's degree in business or technical field or equivalent.
- Hands-on, physical work experience (painting experience preferred).
- Evidence of mechanical aptitude.
- Basic paint coatings knowledge.
- Effective communication skills.
- Hands-on demonstration capability.
- Sales closing experience or capability.
- Willingness and ability to travel within assigned geography with assigned sales reps.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Stock purchase plan
- 401(k)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Career development opportunities
