About the Position

Field Sales Trainee - Passenger & Light Truck

Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of €19.7 billion in 2025 and currently employs around 76,000 people in 54 countries and markets.

This is an entry-level field sales position designed to lay the groundwork for a successful, long-term career with Continental, a global leader in future mobility solutions. The initial assignment will involve a six-month (predominately virtual) training program that provides a comprehensive understanding of the tire industry, our company, our sales strategy, and our customers.

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Responsibilities

Achieve incremental annual sales growth in assigned territory by building relationships with and supporting Continental’s retail and/or wholesale customers
Conduct regular in-person meetings and training with existing Continental customers to grow share of account
Analyze customer and market conditions in assigned territory to identify sales opportunities
Assist sales managers in the development and execution of sales strategy within geographic areas of responsibility
Determine weekly travel schedule based on territory sales strategy and individual goals
Ensure the success of product launches and consumer promotions through effective communication and coordination of digital and point-of-sale marketing materials with customers
Plan and attend customer events such as NCAA Basketball games, Major League Soccer games, and BMW Performance Driving School

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or completion of a Bachelor's degree by August 2027
Must be open to relocation within 6-8 months of start date
Ability to travel over 50%
Valid Driver's License
Thrives in new and dynamic settings
Assumes ownership and responsibility for individual contributions
Has a passion for working with diverse teams to deliver results
Legal authorization to work in the U.S is required

Nice to Have

Bachelor's degree in Sales, Business, Marketing, or Communications
Sales related internship experience

We Offer

Immediate Benefits
Paid Time Off
Tuition & Employee Discounts
Sales Incentive Bonus
Company Vehicle
Employer 401(k) Match
And more benefits that come with working for a global industry leader!

About the Company

Tire solutions from the Tires group sector make mobility safer and smarter. Its premium portfolio encompasses car, truck, bus, two-wheel, and specialty tires as well as smart solutions and services for fleets and tire retailers. Continental has been delivering top performance for more than 150 years and is one of the world’s largest tire manufacturers. In fiscal 2025, the Tires group sector generated sales of 13.8 billion euros. Continental's tire division currently employs around 53,000 people worldwide and has 19 production and 16 development sites.

Are you ready to shape the future with us?

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

EEO-Statement:

EEO / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Continental offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to unlawful consideration to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. In addition, as a federal contractor, Continental complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans, where they apply. To be considered, you must apply for a specific position for which Continental has a current posted job opening. Qualifying applications will be considered only for the specific opening(s) to which you apply. If you would like to be considered for additional or future job openings, we encourage you to reapply for other opportunities as they become available. Further, Continental provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance in the application process, please reply to [email protected] or contact US Recruiting at 800-821-2727. This telephone line and email address are reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not call about the status of your job application, if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or non-disability related technical issues, will not receive a call back.

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Job Location

United States

Field Sales Trainee - Passenger & Light Truck

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