Sales Trainee Jobs in Minnesota
Sales Trainee jobs in Minnesota concentrate in financial services, healthcare technology, manufacturing distribution, and agricultural equipment, with the Twin Cities metro driving the largest share of openings and mid-level opportunities emerging in Rochester and St. Cloud. Major employers with a lasting hiring presence for this role include Xcel Energy, Medtronic, and Cargill, all of which run structured entry programs for early-career sales professionals. The most in-demand specialties are medical device sales, enterprise software accounts, and industrial supply. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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This is a training role that is made to prepare the Sales Trainee for the Account Sales Manager role. The role primarily is to support sales initiatives and provide route coverage for the ASM during vacation, sickness, injury or any special projects as needed. The ST will work with management to maintain customer relationships between sales, merchandising and operations for all large & small format “off premise” stores. The ST must effectively service all customers in a safe, productive and professional manner in compliance with Red Bull executional standards.
Job Description
TRAINING
The Sales Trainee (ST) is a training role.
Upon successful participation in the training program, the ST is eligible to interview for open Account Sales Manager (ASM) roles.
Upon completion of the program and certification, if no ASM or otherwise qualified role is available AND the ST is meeting performance standards, the employee may remain in the ST role up to 12-months OR until an ASM or another qualified role is available (whichever comes first).
Once an ASM or another qualified role is available, the certified ST must interview for that available role.
If promotion to the role of ACCOUNT SALES MANAGER (or other role) does not happen prior to the expiration of the 12-mos completion period, the SALES TRAINEE role will be vacated due to end of assignment unless an exception applies.
For exception, based on continued high performance, no open roles and certification completion, a manager may extend the 12-month completion period an additional 6-months.
The ST role is an at-will position, meaning that the Company or ST can terminate the employment relationship at any time, for any reason or no reason at all, with or without cause.
BUSINESS ACUMEN
Understand and Learn the basics of Red Bull and Red Bull Distribution Company, the brand and products
Build and protect the Red Bull brand through proper rotation to ensure fresh product.
Set proper brand flow following Red Bull standards.
Establish and maintain friendly and professional relationships with your customers to increase sales and selling.
DAILY PREPARATION
Obtain all tools (insights, displays, Point of Sale, Pricing, etc.) to execute the daily plan.
Effectively communicate with the ASMs/DSMs on daily priorities.
Train with ASMs
IN ROUTE SUPPORT
Global Strategy for In-Store Execution measured by Winning vs Competition (WVC) & Perfect Store Audit (PSA).
Cover ASM routes as needed.
Meet daily KPI focused on the following areas: sales, distributions, pricing, display, new accounts and merchandising.
OFF ROUTE SUPPORT
Support the team with audits, blitz, building of displays, merchandising to effectively drive the sales business.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Valid US Driver’s License and obtainment of DOT Medical card
Obtainment of DOT Medical card
Must be at least 21 years of age
Experience in customer service and sales is a plus
Ability to lift and transport up to 25 pounds of inventory and/or advertising displays
English; additional languages an advantage
Additional Information
Red Bull Distribution Company, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, genetic information, national origin, disability, uniform service, veteran status, age, or any other classification protected by Federal, state, or local law.
This is a training role that is made to prepare the Sales Trainee for the Account Sales Manager role. The role primarily is to support sales initiatives and provide route coverage for the ASM during vacation, sickness, injury or any special projects as needed. The ST will work with management to maintain customer relationships between sales, merchandising and operations for all large & small format “off premise” stores. The ST must effectively service all customers in a safe, productive and professional manner in compliance with Red Bull executional standards.
Job Description
TRAINING
The Sales Trainee (ST) is a training role.
Upon successful participation in the training program, the ST is eligible to interview for open Account Sales Manager (ASM) roles.
Upon completion of the program and certification, if no ASM or otherwise qualified role is available AND the ST is meeting performance standards, the employee may remain in the ST role up to 12-months OR until an ASM or another qualified role is available (whichever comes first).
Once an ASM or another qualified role is available, the certified ST must interview for that available role.
If promotion to the role of ACCOUNT SALES MANAGER (or other role) does not happen prior to the expiration of the 12-mos completion period, the SALES TRAINEE role will be vacated due to end of assignment unless an exception applies.
For exception, based on continued high performance, no open roles and certification completion, a manager may extend the 12-month completion period an additional 6-months.
The ST role is an at-will position, meaning that the Company or ST can terminate the employment relationship at any time, for any reason or no reason at all, with or without cause.
BUSINESS ACUMEN
Understand and Learn the basics of Red Bull and Red Bull Distribution Company, the brand and products
Build and protect the Red Bull brand through proper rotation to ensure fresh product.
Set proper brand flow following Red Bull standards.
Establish and maintain friendly and professional relationships with your customers to increase sales and selling.
DAILY PREPARATION
Obtain all tools (insights, displays, Point of Sale, Pricing, etc.) to execute the daily plan.
Effectively communicate with the ASMs/DSMs on daily priorities.
Train with ASMs
IN ROUTE SUPPORT
Global Strategy for In-Store Execution measured by Winning vs Competition (WVC) & Perfect Store Audit (PSA).
Cover ASM routes as needed.
Meet daily KPI focused on the following areas: sales, distributions, pricing, display, new accounts and merchandising.
OFF ROUTE SUPPORT
Support the team with audits, blitz, building of displays, merchandising to effectively drive the sales business.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Valid US Driver’s License and obtainment of DOT Medical card
Obtainment of DOT Medical card
Must be at least 21 years of age
Experience in customer service and sales is a plus
Ability to lift and transport up to 25 pounds of inventory and/or advertising displays
English; additional languages an advantage
Additional Information
Red Bull Distribution Company, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, genetic information, national origin, disability, uniform service, veteran status, age, or any other classification protected by Federal, state, or local law.
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Sales Trainee Job Market in Minnesota
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Food & Beverage
- Sports & Recreation
- Technology & Software
What Minnesota Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in sales trainee jobs across Minnesota.
- Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, communications, or a related field
- Strong verbal communication and active listening skills in customer-facing settings
- Proficiency with CRM software such as Salesforce or Microsoft Dynamics
- Demonstrated ability to meet or exceed targets in competitive, team-based environments
- Valid Minnesota driver's license and reliable transportation for territory coverage
- Willingness to complete employer-led product certification during the training period
Sales Trainee Jobs in Minnesota: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a sales trainee in Minnesota?
Most Minnesota employers hire sales trainees directly from four-year business or marketing programs at institutions like the University of Minnesota, St. Cloud State, or Hamline University. No statewide sales license is required for most industries, though insurance-track roles require passing the Minnesota Department of Commerce Property and Casualty or Life and Health exam before client contact. Medical device and pharmaceutical trainees complete internal product certification after hiring.
Which companies hire sales trainees in Minnesota?
Companies currently hiring sales trainees in Minnesota include Crystal Valley Cooperative, Red Bull, and SunSource, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Minnesota's concentration of Fortune 500 headquarters and large healthcare and industrial firms means structured trainee cohorts are common, particularly in the Twin Cities.
Which Minnesota cities have the most sales trainee jobs?
Minneapolis, Eagan, and Minnesota hold the most sales trainee openings in Minnesota. Minneapolis and its suburbs anchor the list because that is where most of the state's corporate headquarters, regional distribution centers, and healthcare technology firms are based, while Rochester benefits from the medical device and health services cluster anchored by major institutions in that city.
Are there remote sales trainee jobs in Minnesota?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based roles, because sales trainee positions often include in-person territory rides, product demonstrations, and client meetings. About 20% of sales trainee openings tied to Minnesota are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and the roles most likely to be remote are inside sales or account management training tracks rather than field-based positions.
How can I get hired as a sales trainee in Minnesota with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to the structured new-graduate programs that Cargill, Medtronic, and large Twin Cities insurance carriers run each spring and fall. Candidates who start in customer service, retail banking, or leasing coordinator roles at Minnesota employers often transition internally. A completed Property and Casualty exam from the Minnesota Department of Commerce, or a Salesforce Administrator credential, gives applicants without direct sales experience a concrete advantage in screening.
Where can I find and apply to sales trainee jobs in Minnesota?
You can find and apply to sales trainee jobs in Minnesota on Migrate Mate, which lists current Minnesota openings in one place. Search the listings for roles that fit your background and apply directly to the ones that match.
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