Associate - Sales & Operations Development Program

WESCO Distribution; Calgary; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading distribution company in Calgary is seeking an Associate for their Sales & Operations Development Program. This twelve-month program is designed to develop strong selling skills and business acumen. Associates will engage in various roles, including warehouse operations, inside/outside sales, and business development. Ideal candidates should possess an Associate's degree and a desire to build a career in sales or operations. The program culminates in a full-time position upon successful completion.

Qualifications

• Associates degree required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• 0-1 years of experience in a service, business, or sales-oriented role.
• Desire to build a career in Sales, Supply Chain, Operations or Business.
• Ability and willingness to travel - local and national.

Responsibilities

• Warehouse and Operations.
• Sales Operations.
• Inside Sales.
• Outside Sales.
• Business Development.

Skills

Strong selling skills

Excellent verbal communication

Excellent written communication

Team player mindset

Education

Associates degree

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint, Power BI)

Job description

As an Associate - Sales & Operations Development Program, you will partake in the Wesco Sales & Operations Development Program. This is a twelve‑month training program designed to prepare Associates for a Sales or Sales Operations position within Wesco. You will develop strong selling skills and overall business acumen, gain product and industry knowledge, and expand their professional networks throughout Wesco. You will work directly under the supervision of one of our local managers and are paired with a peer mentor (previous program graduate). Successful completion of the program results in a full‑time Sales or Sales Operations position. Completing the program means that an Associate has successfully completed the entire twelve‑month training program and its requirements.

Responsibilities

• Warehouse and Operations
• Sales Operations
• Inside Sales
• Outside Sales
• Business Development
• Site Management and Implementation - Integrated Supply Track

Qualifications

• Associates degree required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• 0-1 years of experience in a service, business, or sales-oriented role
• Desire to build a career in Sales, Supply Chain, Operations or Business
• Team player mindset
• Excellent verbal, and written communication skills
• Ability and willingness to travel - local and national
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office - Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint, Power BI
• 0-2 years of experience working in B2B industrial distribution
• Internship in Sales, Supply Chain, Operations or Business preferred
• Ability to travel 0-25%

Training

In addition to the immersive experience provided through the assigned company location, Associates will be invited to participate in several training conferences. Conferences are designed to include networking opportunities, training, and fun!

• Program Orientation (In-person) - Near Chicago or Pittsburgh
• Mid-Year Event (Virtual Event) - via Microsoft Teams or similar format
• Graduation Event (In-person) - Near Chicago or Pittsburgh