Graduate Sales Representative
LOCATION: Sterling Heights, Michigan (Office Based)
SALARY: $60,000 – $90,000 OTE
WORKING HOURS: 7:00am – 4:30pm
About Pineapple
Pineapple is a global leader in designing innovative furniture solutions for challenging environments. Founded in 1975 as a family-run business, we now operate worldwide with offices in the UK, France, Germany, and the USA, employing over 200 people globally.
We design furniture that supports calm, safety, and wellbeing—combining functionality, sustainability, and great design.
About the RoleAre you an ambitious graduate looking to kick-start your career in sales? We're looking for a confident, motivated and driven individual to join our growing US sales team.
This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills in business development, relationship building and account management while receiving hands-on training and support from an experienced team. You'll play a key role in generating new business opportunities through outbound prospecting, working closely with our Area Sales Representatives to help grow our customer base across the US.
If you're a strong communicator, enjoy speaking with people, thrive on achieving goals and are eager to build a successful career with a global company, we'd love to hear from you.
What We're Looking For- Recent graduate or someone looking to start a career in sales, business development or account management.
- Confident communicator who enjoys speaking with people and building relationships.
- Comfortable spending a large part of the day on the phone making outbound calls.
- Motivated, resilient and driven to achieve targets.
- Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
- Confident using Microsoft Office and able to learn new systems, including CRM software.
- A proactive team player who enjoys collaborating with others.
- Previous customer service, retail, hospitality or sales experience is beneficial but not essential.
Requirements
What we're looking for
- Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Business, Marketing, Communications or a related field preferred, but all degree subjects will be considered.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to learn new systems and CRM software quickly.
- Valid driver's license and willingness to travel occasionally for customer meetings, trade shows and training.
Our Values
At Pineapple, we believe in:
- Teamwork – collaborating and supporting one another to achieve shared goals.
- Commitment – taking pride in delivering excellent results.
- Ownership – taking responsibility and acting with integrity.
- Positivity – bringing energy and enthusiasm to every challenge.
- Responsiveness – acting quickly and proactively to meet customer and business needs.
Benefits
What we offer you
- Competitive salary competitive salary plus commission
- 401K
- Blue Cross Blue Shield / Blue Care Network Healthcare options
- 15 days PTO + local public holidays
- An extra day’s leave for your birthday
- All new starters, we'll plant a tree in your honour. We currently have trees planted in the UK, Tanzania, Uganda, Kenya, and Madagascar
- Team socials and events
- Monthly pizza Friday
- Employee referrals bonus scheme
We are an equal opportunities employer, We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.
Agencies we know where you are if we need any support, thank you for your interest in working with Pineapple.
Skills Required
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Comfortable making a large number of outbound phone calls
- Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office
- Ability to learn new systems and CRM software quickly
- Motivated, resilient and target-driven
- Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks
- Valid driver's license and willingness to travel occasionally for meetings, trade shows and training
- Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Business, Marketing, Communications or related field preferred; all degrees considered
- Previous customer service, retail, hospitality or sales experience
What We Do
Pineapple Contracts manufactures and distributes contract furniture, with over 35 years of experience creating safe, secure, and stylish furniture for demanding environments such as hospitals and mental health units.
