Sales Trainee

Overview: Butler Machinery is in search of a passionate individual who is interested in learning more about the sales and support operations of our business. The Sales Trainee is responsible to learn all business functions associated with Butler Machinery’s Equipment business and provide sales support to various departments as needed.  If you illustrate dedication to customer satisfaction and have a passion for equipment, read the job description below and apply today!

Responsibilities:

• Become fluent with all brands, equipment, and services we represent in both our Ag and Construction business
• Learn and become an expert user of all relevant business systems such as DBS, BMTS, and CloudLink
• Job Shadow various departments and individuals at the stores and the corporate office to familiarize yourself with Butler Machinery business processes, programs, procedures, and culture
• Develop relationships with specific customer accounts assigned to you with a planned approach set forth by your manager
• Support Ag Product Specialists and Heavy Demo Equipment Operators with machine start-ups or demoes throughout the territory
• Complete all assigned Online Product Training to familiarize yourself with our product offerings.
• Assist with setup and work the farm shows throughout the territory
• Travel required:  Day trips to support neighboring stores, overnights to attend trade shows/training, and job shadows or support at Corporate or other facilities
• Works within and promotes the vision, mission, and values of BMC
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• A minimum of a 2-year associate degree in a related field or equivalent combination of business experience, training, and/or education preferred.
• Basic knowledge of Heavy Construction Equipment, Ag Equipment, current farming practices, or current construction/dirt work operations preferred.
• Basic knowledge of retail finance contracts and leasing preferred. 
• Problem solving skills.
• Microsoft computer skills.
• Excellent motivation, a self-starter with high energy to learn and do more.
• Willingness to relocate as Customer Account Manager, Product Specialist, Demo Operator, or other associated jobs open up across the BMC Territory (ND, SD, NE, MT)

As a family business for three generations, we currently employ over 900 associates in 20 locations throughout North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, and Montana. We are looking for self-motivated, forward-thinking individuals to join us in our continued success. If you desire to start your career with our team, here are some things we offer within our full benefits package: 

• 10% Annual Retirement Employer Contribution, with Additional 5% Discretionary Employer Contribution
• Health Insurance – 4 plan options including 3 High Deductible plans 
• Health Savings Account (with High Deductible plan options) – Employer contribution up to $1,100/year 
• Flexible Benefit Plans
• Dental Insurance – 2 plan options 
• Vision Insurance
• Basic Life/AD&D and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Employer paid Short-Term Disability Coverage – 60% of base pay/salary
• Long-Term Disability Coverage 
• Maternity / Paternity Benefits
• Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(K) Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – including Health Coaching 
• SmartDollar – employer paid financial planning program 
• Legal Shield/ID Shield products 
• AFLAC options - Cancer Insurance/Accident/Hospitalization/Short Term Disability 

Butler Machinery Company Diversity & Inclusion Statement:
Diversity drives innovation; inclusion drives success. We believe a multitude of approaches and ideas enable us to deliver the best results for our workforce, workplace, and customers. We are committed to fostering a culture where all employees can share their passions and ideas so we can tackle the toughest challenges in our industry and pave new paths to limitless possibility.

EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability