Business Development Trainee
Zeal is embarking on an ambitious journey to be the BEST marketing & fundraising firm in the Nashville area! We are seeking a bright, articulate, detail-oriented and disciplined individual with a desire to develop their business acumen to join our team!
Our Business Development Trainee learns hands-on what it takes to run a successful business and acquire highly marketable skills in management. At Zeal, our Business Development Trainees tackle the same challenges as our full-time professionals. When joining our Management Trainee Program, you'll soon discover that every day is different because it is filled with new, exhilarating, and rewarding opportunities.
Business Development Trainee Responsibilities:
- Approach problems logically and with good judgment to ensure optimal customer satisfaction
- Communicate confidently with the our charity partners target market to increase donations and meet fundraising objectives
- Grasp company goals and daily process of operations by shadowing top account executives
- Conduct presentations to potential consumers directly informing them of our client’s community based initiatives
- Participate in daily meetings, workshops, and other learning opportunities
- Track all donations, sales and inventory
- Build and maintain positive professional relationships with team members, customers, and clients
Business Development Trainee Requirements:
- Currently enrolled in college in a bachelor's degree program or graduating with a degree in Business Development, Marketing, Communications, or relating field of study
- Experience in Leadership roles, sales, customer service, or marketing
- Ability to empathize with and prioritize customer needs
- Uphold company values and respect every customer
- Solution-oriented thinking quickly on your feet and self-motivated
- Desire to learn and grow in the business consulting and marketing industry
- Bold and creative thinker who thrives in collaborative environments as well as independently
Please note, upon completion of training, pay is determined by individual performance. The listed range is the average range for entry level associates.