2026 Nestlé USA Sales Development Program Job Details | Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SA

Nestle

Loveland, OH

Internship

Entry Level

68k-70k

about 11 hours ago

Job Description

About the Role

The 2026 Nestlé USA Sales Development Program (NSDP) is crafted to accelerate the promotion of sales professionals and is the ideal fast track for those eager to pursue a sales management career. The program provides opportunities to learn Nestlé's brands, categories, and channels of business through rotations in different roles, gaining experience in managing sales territories and performing data analysis to support business strategies. Participants will develop foundational business knowledge, gain hands-on experience, and have the opportunity to pursue a career within the Nestlé Sales Organization upon program completion. The opportunity is based in Cincinnati, OH, with potential for relocation after the program.

Key Responsibilities

Participate in onboarding with team members and peers from other Leadership Programs to develop foundational business knowledge.
Manage an independent sales territory, executing data-driven sales techniques and 4P Excellence to drive results.
Run reports and translate data into measurable plans to support category strategy development.
Partner with Analysts to provide actionable insights and develop customer strategies for accounts such as Walmart, Target, Kroger, or Dollar General.
Contribute to the overall sales organization by making business decisions that impact results.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Communications, Marketing, Sales Management, Data, Business Analytics, Agricultural Business, or related field (completed or expected by June 2026).
Preferred cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.
Previous Sales Co-Op/Internship or practical experience in a CPG industry preferred.
Valid Driver's license and a driving record that meets company Motor Vehicle Policy.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle and lift/move products weighing up to 30 pounds up to 50% of the time.
Ability to relocate to Cincinnati, OH at the start of the program, with potential relocation afterward.
Travel required.
Possess excellent analytical skills and ability to utilize basic Excel functions.
Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Ability to design presentations in PowerPoint.
Willingness to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment and work independently or in teams.

Nice to Have

Leadership in an extracurricular activity or organization.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree (completed or expected by June 2026).
Preferred GPA of 3.0 or above.

Benefits & Perks

Performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package including a 401k with company match and healthcare coverage.
A rental car provided for the first 6-month rotation if preferred.
Participation in a formal mentorship program.
Support from Nestlé managers and team members across Learning & Organizational Development and Recruiting.
Networking opportunities across various divisions.
Opportunity to volunteer with Nestlé's Share Valued Organizations.

Working at Nestle

Nestlé USA fosters an inclusive workplace that inspires innovation, encourages strategic thinking and creativity, and celebrates achievements. The environment supports challenging the status quo, embracing risk-taking, and pioneering new ideas. It promotes continuous learning, collaboration, and bold ambitions, emphasizing diversity, inclusion, and community engagement.

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