Sales Apprenticeship – Special Markets

Bertelsmann SE & Co. KGaA

Sales Apprentice supporting sales efforts in specialty retail at Penguin Random House. Identifying trends and developing sales strategies while gaining experience in the publishing industry.

Posted 7/6/2026internshipRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesEntry Level💰 $21 per hourWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist in identifying and developing new sales opportunities in non-traditional markets such as gift shops and specialty retailers.
Creating seasonal PowerPoint presentations, sales materials, proposals and target sales pitches.
Conduct market research to identify trends and potential new markets.
Conduct sales analysis by tracking performance metrics, identifying trends and growth opportunities.
Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to develop tailored sales strategies.
Maintain and update sales databases and customer records.
Capturing and maintaining sales activity notes in Salesforce.
Coordinating materials for seasonal sell-in efforts, gift and other specialty shows, etc.
Researching niche categories and new accounts to support business development efforts.
Communicating with sales management regarding account activity and preparing weekly sales reports.
Participate in sales meetings.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of three years of experience in retail, customer service, buying, merchandising, or other related areas in any industry.
Strong interest in sales and the publishing industry.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presentation skills.
Detail-oriented with strong time management and organizational skills.
Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively under pressure including manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Proactive approach with strong follow-up and problem-solving skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Salesforce preferred.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Interest in specialty retail with an eye for merchandising and trends in the retail marketplace is a strong plus.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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Education Bertelsmann SE & Co. KGaA is a global media and education company that has evolved from a small book publisher founded in 1835 into a diverse organization with over 80,000 employees worldwide. The company operates various business units, including the RTL Group, Penguin Random House, BMG, Arvato Group, Bertelsmann Marketing Services, and Bertelsmann Education Group, which offer job opportunities across about 50 countries. Bertelsmann is dedicated to fostering an equitable and inclusive workplace, encouraging personal initiative, creativity, and diverse perspectives among its workforce. Sales Apprenticeship – Special Markets Job not on LinkedIn 🔥 11 minutes ago 🇺🇸 United States – Remote 💵 $21 / hour 👨‍🎓 Internship ⚪️ Entry-level 🤑 Sales 🚫👨‍🎓 No degree required Apply Now Find Hiring Managers Customize resume + cover letter Report problem ☆ Save ☑️ Mark as applied ❌ Hide 📋 Description
Assist in identifying and developing new sales opportunities in non-traditional markets such as gift shops and specialty retailers.
Creating seasonal PowerPoint presentations, sales materials, proposals and target sales pitches.
Conduct market research to identify trends and potential new markets.
Conduct sales analysis by tracking performance metrics, identifying trends and growth opportunities.
Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to develop tailored sales strategies.
Maintain and update sales databases and customer records.
Capturing and maintaining sales activity notes in Salesforce.
Coordinating materials for seasonal sell-in efforts, gift and other specialty shows, etc.
Researching niche categories and new accounts to support business development efforts.
Communicating with sales management regarding account activity and preparing weekly sales reports.
Participate in sales meetings. 🎯 Requirements
Minimum of three years of experience in retail, customer service, buying, merchandising, or other related areas in any industry.
Strong interest in sales and the publishing industry.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presentation skills.
Detail-oriented with strong time management and organizational skills.
Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively under pressure including manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Proactive approach with strong follow-up and problem-solving skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Salesforce preferred.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
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Hard Skills & Tools

Sales AnalysisSales Database ManagementMicrosoft Office SuiteProposal CreationPerformance Metrics Tracking

Soft Skills

Detail-OrientedTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCommunication Skills