2024 Diversity Leadership Symposium: 2025 Nestlé Sales Development Program

 

Foods people love. Brands people trust. And a career that nourishes your future like no other.

 

If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, Nestlé is the place for you. Nestlé USA is one of seven operating companies that make up Nestlé’s presence in the United States. We're in 97% of American homes, and as the leading food and beverage company, our goals are to continue to deliver quality food and beverage products, strengthen our local communities, and reduce our environmental and climate impact.

 

We’re determined to challenge the status quo and be better tomorrow than we are today. As individuals and teams, we embrace our entrepreneurial culture and have created a workplace where collaboration is essential, courage is rewarded, speed is expected, and agility is the norm to delight our consumers every single day. Here, you will find limitless opportunities to learn and advance your career and feel empowered to succeed in the workplace and beyond. Because our focus is not only on nourishing our customers, but also about enriching you.

 

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

 

 

Are you a current undergraduate student who is passionate about diversity, equity and inclusion? Are you looking for a full-time Sales role starting the summer of 2025? If you've got an appetite for an exciting career, apply now for Nestlé's 2024 virtual Diversity Leadership Symposium (DLS)! It's a three-day, professional development and hiring event, taking place from August 13-15, 2024, for college students of diverse backgrounds! If selected to participate in the symposium, you will learn about Nestle’s winning culture, network with peers & current Nestlé employees, and interview for our 2025 Nestlé USA Sales Development Program!   

 

What to expect from the 2024 Diversity Leadership Symposium: 

 

• Gain valuable exposure to life and careers at Nestlé and discover how a diverse and inclusive environment fuels career growth 

• Network with business leaders and develop relationships with peers from universities across the nation while participating in engaging activities 

• Interview for our 2025 Nestlé USA Sales Development Program, with a chance to return to school with a full-time job offer in hand for post-graduation! 

 

What to expect for the 2024 Nestlé USA Sales Development Program: 

 

The Nestlé Sales Development Program (NSDP) is designed to accelerate your journey towards a successful sales management career. Join us to embark on an immersive and dynamic program that will equip you with the skills, knowledge, and experiences to excel in the ever-evolving world of sales. 

 

The NSDP offers an accelerated path to promotion for ambitious individuals eager to make their mark in the sales industry. As a participant, you will have the opportunity to learn about Nestlé's renowned brands, diverse categories, and cutting-edge channels of business. Throughout the program, you will rotate through three different roles, gaining invaluable experience and exposure in managing independent sales territories, performing data analysis, and providing actionable insights to drive business growth. 

 

First week at Nestlé USA   

 

Your journey begins with an engaging onboarding experience, where you will connect with fellow program participants and other talented individuals from various leadership programs across the organization. This is your chance to build a strong foundation of business knowledge before diving into role-specific training. 

 

Rotation 1: Sales Representative – Ignite Your Sales Potential (6-month rotation) 

 

As a Sales Representative, you will take charge of a sales territory, empowered to make strategic business decisions that drive tangible results. Your role as an individual contributor will involve implementing data-driven sales techniques and leveraging the power of 4P Excellence to make significant contributions to your territory, thereby impacting the entire organization. 

 

Rotation 2: Category Analyst – Unleash Your Analytical Prowess (9-month rotation) 

 

In this rotation, you will receive hands-on instruction and guidance from high-performing Analysts. You will delve into data analysis, running reports, and translating information into measurable plans that drive our business strategy forward. You will have the opportunity to work with diverse categories, including Beverage, Frozen, Global Culinary Kitchen, Nestlé Premium Waters, and Nutrition. 

 

Rotation 3: Account Analyst – Drive Business Growth (9-month rotation) 

 

Building upon the skills acquired in the previous rotations, you will join an analytical Center of Excellence and collaborate wi