Perrigo

Perrigo Aspire Commercial Internship Program - Sales Summer 2024 Location: Grand Rapids, MI, US, 49503Allegan, MI, US, 49010#job-location.job-location-inline {display: inline;} Perrigo Company is dedicated to making lives better by bringing Quality, Affordable Self-care products that consumers trust everywhere they are sold. Help us do it. External applicants please note: To apply to this position please click the APPLY button at the bottom of the application. (The SAVE button will only save your profile information but not submit an application for this open position.) Thank you.Description OverviewAspire for Greatness at Perrigo! Perrigo started more than 130 years ago in rural Michigan, and today it is one of the largest over the counter (OTC) self-care companies selling products globally. Our team is focused on North America and we are driven by our mission to bring quality, affordable self-care products to our consumers and retail partners. We're looking for individuals who display strong teamwork, analytical skills, and a solution-oriented mindset to join our Sales teams as we expand into new and exciting categories. Join the Aspire program to elevate your journeyThis summer, embrace the opportunity to learn, grow, and aspire for greatness. Perrigo provides the framework; it's up to you to write your story of achievement. At Perrigo, we're more than a step in your career; we're a bridge to your future greatness. Join Our Dynamic Sales Teams We seek individuals with strong teamwork, analytical prowess, and a solution-oriented mindset. In the 14-week Sales Internship, you will drive initiatives that create customer value and contribute to sales goals. Work alongside a dedicated account team to assist account teams with effective promotional planning and selling efforts. Scope of the Role Lead one or more strategic projects and present final project(s) to our CSCA executive leadership team. Support customer and consumer Sales, outreach, and planning. Assist in account sales and promotional activities, collaborate on strategic plans, and support supply discussions, category reviews, and price negotiations.Act as a customer advocate within Perrigo, assist in directing internal initiatives to ensure timely execution of promotional and account initiatives, and assist in promotional forecasting.Assist in utilizing syndicated sales data for measurement and validation of corporate brand initiatives, and coordinate consumer research in support of customer marketing plans.Recommend pricing and promotional strategies that can supercharge sales and boost margins. Collaborate cross-functionally, gaining insights into sales support, supply chain, innovation, manufacturing, finance, design, eCommerce, and consumer insights. Set performance goals, define learning objectives, and meet project deadlines with the guidance of your supervisor and mentor, and deliver a final project presentation to CSCA leadership.Immerse yourself in company-sponsored training and intern events that hone your skills in marketing, sales, and personal development. Absorb the Perrigo company culture, policies, and practices that shape every facet of our business. Experience Required Undergraduate student majoring in Business, Marketing, or related field; junior or senior standing preferred.Prior Sales experience is advantageous.Exhibit strong communication, teamwork, leadership, and problem-solving abilities.Display independence and professionalism when interacting with leadership across all levels.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and CRM software is strongly preferred.Possess robust analytical skills and a capacity to grasp the sales process.Maintain excellent interpersonal skills, both oral and written, and collaborate effectively within a team.Skillful at interpreting quantitative and qualitative data for decision-making.Capable of thriving in a fast-paced environment, managing tight timelines, and prioritizing tasks.Demo