From a small family business to a multi-billion-dollar global company, Sonoco has been changing the face of products and packaging since 1899 — all while keeping the heart of “People Build Businesses” alive.

 

Our talented people are at the core of our growth, constantly reinventing the Sonoco wheel with brilliant solutions every year. Today we are a world leader in global packaging solutions with diversified operations in over 34 countries. We're extremely proud of our portfolio of brands, our achievements in sustainability and industrialization and the groundbreaking work accomplished by our people. 

The TFP Sales Trainee Program is designed to help you develop leadership skills, gain technical knowledge, establish strong business skills, and understand TFP's culture and processes.

The program is a blend of hands-on experiences and opportunities. Throughout the program you can expect to gain a better understanding of your leadership style and contribute to TFP through valuable project work.

This specific role as a Sales Trainee for our Thermoformed & Flexible Packaging (TFP) Division will position you to be a successful Sales Representative with opportunities for future leadership in Sales.  

Joining our Thermoformed & Flexible Packaging (TFP) Division as a Sales Trainee, you will immerse yourself in a comprehensive learning journey. You'll gain expertise in our broad product range, learn the sales process and techniques through ongoing training and coaching and develop skills in customer interaction and territory management.  Working closely with experienced professionals, you'll learn to assess customer needs, build relationships, and contribute to our business's growth trajectory. This role offers hands-on experience and a solid foundation for a successful and financially rewarding sales career.

We look for students who:

Have or will obtain a Bachelor or Master’s degree in Business

Previous internship experience (preferably with Commercial responsibilities)

Proven leadership experience

A strong desire and commitment to succeed in Sales

Technical aptitude

Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills

A passion for continuous improvement

This position will be in Charlotte, NC (Uptown Area)

Compensation:

The monthly base salary range for this role is $51,040 to $57,420.

At Sonoco Products Company, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive pay and benefits. *Benefits listed below are for employees located in the U.S. Specific benefits and wellbeing programs may vary depending on your location (within the U.S. or global), or if you are a union employee.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options401(k) retirement plan with company matchWellbeing tools and resources to support holistic health, including an Employee Assistance Program with a variety of servicesPaid time off and holidays to recreate, rejuvenate and care for the health of yourself and familyVariety of company paid and voluntary employee-paid insurance plans including life, personal accident, and disability insuranceTuition reimbursement

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any legally protected characteristic.