Tyler Union- Sales Operations Trainee

Company DescriptionTyler Union, a division of McWane, Inc., is the nation's leading manufacturer of Ductile Iron Waterworks Fittings and Appurtenances has an immediate opening for a Sales Operations-Trainee. Tyler Union's main manufacturing facility is located in Anniston, AL.The Sales Operations Trainee is an entry-level role designed to develop a comprehensive understanding of Tyler Union's sales, commercial and operational processes. This position supports sales leadership and customer-facing activities while gaining hands-on experience across quoting, inside sales, quality, production and sales operations. The role includes rotational exposure to key commercial functions and prepares the individual for future placement within the commercial organization based on demonstrated strengths and business needs.

This is a salaried position, and an excellent benefits package with health, life, dental, and vision insurance, short-term and long-term disability, vacation, holiday pay and 401(k).Take a tour of Tyler Union here.

All candidates offered employment must submit to a drug screen, physical, and background check.

Job DescriptionKey Responsibilities:

Sales & Customer SupportAssist with quotation preparation, pricing requests and order entrySupport inside and outside sales teams with customer inquiries, follow-up and documentationDevelop an understanding of customer needs, markets and buying behaviorsSales Operations & Systems Learn and effectively use company ERP and CRM systemsGain functional knowledge of EDI and Dialpad systemsGather, analyze and organize sales and operational data using tools such as Power BIMaintain data accuracy and support reporting related to sales performanceProduct, Quality & Operations ExposureLearn product lines, applications and specificationsPartner with quality, production and shipping teams to understand manufacturing, fulfillment and delivery processesSupport resolution of quality or service issues in coordination with internal teamsParticipate in continuous process improvement initiativesBusiness & Process SupportAssist with pricing programs, rebate structures and financial concessions in coordination with sales leadership and financeEffectively build rapport and work with other internal departments to ensure organizational goals are metSupport sales forecasting and trend analysis by reviewing historical sales data and current market activityCollaborate effectively with internal departments to support organizational goalsProfessional DevelopmentParticipate in training across sales, systems and operational functionsReceive coaching and feedback from sales and business leadersPerform other sales

• or service
• related duties as assignedProgress toward a future role within sales, sales operations or another commercial functionQualificationsBachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Supply Chain, or related fieldStrong interest in sales, business operations and commercial processesHigh attention to detail and willingness to learn complex systemsStrong written and verbal communication skillsStrong organizational and analytical skillsProficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly ExcelPrior exposure to CRM or ERP systems preferredDemonstrated problem-solving ability and sound judgment

Additional InformationWork Environment:

Suitable candidate will maintain a positive attitude and work well in a team environment.

Work activities associated with this job include, interacting with computers; analyzing data and information; processing information; getting information; documenting and recording information; making decisions and solving problems; organizing, planning, and prioritizing work; communicating with supervisors; updating and using relevant knowledge; and evaluating information to determine compliance with standards.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

As necessary, must wear common protective or safety equipment, such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and hard hats. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. McWane is a Federal VEVRAA contractor, and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices. McWane will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or service member status, marital status, citizenship status (In IL

• sex, including same sex, ancestry, order of protection status, physical or mental disability, military status, pregnancy, unfavorable discharge status, genetic information), (In IA
• gender identity), (In CA
• gender identity or expression, and genetic information) or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.