2026 Entry Level - Sales Development Program

Textron

Wichita, KS

Full Time

Entry Level

5 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

This position is an entry-level role that provides the opportunity to participate in the Sales Development Program at Textron Aviation. The Sales Operations Associate (SDP) is a 9-month program that consists of eight functional rotations focusing on key elements of the business. The program aims to give participants an understanding of business and sales operations, product knowledge, business finance, negotiations, customer marketing, and strategy. Upon successful completion, there is an opportunity to interview for a customer-facing or field-based position in one of the functional areas from the rotation.

Key Responsibilities

Rotations through the following functions: Technical Marketing; Product Knowledge for Jets, TurboProps and Pistons; Customer Experience; Marketing; Customer Service; Business Operations; and Sales Operations
Responsible for tactical day-to-day responsibilities and significant project assignments during each rotation as assigned by the host function leader
Assigned to a sales zone throughout the program and work with that zone to better understand the sales process
Complete applicable training courses, curriculum and other training as assigned
Provide requested support to host function leadership during each rotation cycle
Learn and effectively utilize available resources (reports; salesforce.com; etc.) in each function as applicable
Apply learning to professional scenarios
Work with and support a team environment

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required in: Sales, Marketing, or other related fields
Less than 2 years of professional experience in a relevant role
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Professional and diplomatic demeanor
Action-oriented and seizes opportunities
Able to deal with ambiguity
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Builds and maintains constructive relationships
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Mobile and willing to travel
Must have valid driver's license
Applicants must be authorized to work lawfully in the U.S. for Textron Aviation at the time of application; visa sponsorship is not available

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Sales, Marketing, or related fields
Less than 2 years of professional experience

Working at Textron

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

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