Route to Readiness: MSL Development Program – Sales Leadership Development

Job Description

Market Sales Leader Trainee | Bimbo Bakeries USA

The Tone:
This is a full-time development program with required travel to various North American locations, designed to prepare future sales leaders. Bimbo Bakeries USA is the largest baking company in the world, with over 20,000 associates nationwide. This role is crucial for strengthening the talent pipeline by developing high-potential and early-career individuals for Market Sales Leader opportunities, contributing to market growth and customer execution.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Travel to various North American locations
• Pay: $63500–$82500 yearly
• Mission: Develop future Market Sales Leaders by providing immersive exposure to sales operations, customer execution, and route operations.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office Suite

What You’ll Actually Do
• Program Completion: Successfully complete all requirements of the Route to Readiness: MSL Development Program, including assessments, milestones, and evaluations.
• Learning and Development: Engage in structured learning, field-based experiences, customer interactions, and targeted opportunities to build business and leadership capability.
• Sales Execution Support: Support route sales execution by managing merchandising, inventory, product freshness, and adhering to operational standards.
• Relationship Building: Develop productive relationships with customers, route operators, frontline associates, and cross-functional partners.
• Leadership Exposure: Gain practical exposure to frontline leadership, including coaching practices, performance management, and team engagement.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Recent graduate or graduated within the past 24 months with a bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or a related field. Entry-Level.
• Experience: Demonstrated leadership experience through academic, professional, military, volunteer, or community involvement. Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Skills: Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to communicate clearly and professionally. Ability to leverage data and insights to support decision-making. Ability to adapt effectively to evolving market conditions and objectives.
• Bonus: A GPA of 3.0 is preferred. Interest in Consumer-Packaged Goods, Direct Store Delivery, customer service, retail execution, or field operations. Account management, retail, merchandising, sales, operations, or leadership experience is a plus. Must be 21 years of age or older and able to obtain and maintain a DOT medical card.