Sales Trainee Program

Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey in the world of sales? Our 12-month Sales Trainee Program (STP) offers a unique opportunity for early career professionals like you to kickstart a rewarding career path in sales. Join us and explore the diverse opportunities waiting for you in our dynamic organization.

Since 1953, Ferguson has been a source of quality supplies for a variety of industries. Together We Build Better infrastructure, better homes and better businesses. We exist to make our customers’ complex projects simple, successful, and sustainable. We proactively solve problems, adapt and grow to continuously serve our customers, communities and each other. Ferguson, a Fortune 500 company, is proud to provide best-in-class products, service and capabilities across the following industries:
Commercial/Mechanical, Facilities Supply, Fire and Fabrication, HVAC, Industrial, Residential Trade, Residential Building and Remodel, Waterworks and Residential Digital Commerce. Ferguson has approximately 36,000 associates across 1,700 locations. Ferguson is a community of proud associates who operate with the shared purpose of building something meaningful. You will build a career that you are proud of, at a company you can believe in.

Join our Sales Trainee Program, starting June 8th, 2026!

The Sales Trainee Program is a 12-month program designed to accelerate a career in sales by rotating through several elements of training that provide guided development, and on-the-job learning. This program offers opportunities for you to gain exposure in different areas of the business, shadow key partners, and receive formalized mentorship.

• Participate in workshops, programs, and other learning opportunities to enhance your sales skills and industry knowledge.
• Engage actively in training sessions to understand the company's products, services, sales techniques, and processes.

• Shadow experienced sales professionals to observe their interactions with clients, sales strategies, and negotiation techniques.
• Observe the sales process from prospecting to closing deals, including customer relationship management and post-sale support.

• Actively seek feedback from mentors, supervisors, and peers to enhance your skills and performance.
• Participate in performance evaluations and assessments to track your progress, identify strengths and areas for improvement, and set goals for professional development.

Alabama:
Auburn, Huntsville, Tuscaloosa

Arkansas:
Lowell

Arizona:
Chandler, Gilbert, Mesa, Scottsdale, Tucson

California:
Anaheim, Bakersfield, Burbank, Carson, El Cajon, Fresno, Hayward, Indio, North Highlands, Pittsburg, Pomona, San Leandro, Santa Barbara, Santa Monica, Ventura

Colorado:
Aurora, Commerce City

Connecticut:
Newington

Florida:
Destin, Fort Myers, Fort Walton Beach, Jacksonville, Lakeland, Orlando, Pensacola, Tamarac, Tampa

Georgia:
College Park, Columbus, Roswell, Savannah

Hawaii:
Honolulu

Iowa:
Grimes

Idaho:
Nampa

Illinois:
Addison, Chicago, West Chicago

Kansas:
Lenexa

Kentucky:
Lexington

Louisiana:
Baton Rouge

Massachusetts:
Canton, Newton, Wilmington

Maryland:
Annapolis, Beltsville, Halethorpe, Upper Marlboro

Maine:
Portland

Michigan:
Caledonia, Canton, New Hudson, Warren

Minnesota:
Golden Valley, Plymouth, Roseville

Missouri:
Maryland Heights, St. Louis

Montana:
Belgrade, Missoula

North Carolina:
Asheville, Charlotte, Garner, Greensboro, Holly Springs

North Dakota:
Minot

Nebraska:
Omaha

Nevada:
Las Vegas, Reno

New Jersey:
Fairfield, Lakewood, Secaucus

New Mexico:
Albuquerque

New York:
Bayport. Bohemia, Cohoes, Depew, Farmingdale, New Hyde Park, New York, Rochester, Southampton

Ohio:
Cincinnati, Columbus, Valley View, West Chester

Oklahoma:
Oklahoma City, Tulsa

Oregon:
Portland

Pennsylvania:
King of Prussia, Oaks, Pittsburgh, Warrington

South Carolina:
Greenville, Simpsonville

Tennessee:
Clarksville, Knoxville, Nashville

Texas:
Austin, Del Valle, Euless, Houston, Humble, Katy, Lubbock, Mansfield, Round Rock, San Antonio, San Marcos

Utah:
Salt Lake City

Virginia:
Chantilly, Forest, Hampton, Manassas, Norfolk, Radford, Richmond, Roanoke, Springfield, Virginia Beach

Washington:
Bellevue, Pasco, Seattle

Wisconsin:
Madison, Pewaukee, West Allis

Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will move into one of our several sales destination roles. Final placement is based on a combination of individual preferences and business needs.

• Provide support to the sales team in various tasks such as outlining project tasks and timelines, prospecting for new leads, and handling customer inquiries
• Assist in the development of sales proposals, contracts, and other documentation required for closing deals
• Support sales projects and initiatives by coordinating tasks, tracking progress, and ensuring timely completion of deliverables
• Interact with customers to understand their needs, address inquiries, and provide information…