Management Development Program

Emco Corporation: Plumbing, HVAC, Waterworks, Industrial, Irrigation, Fire Protection; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading distributor in Canada is seeking a Management Trainee to gain comprehensive business operational knowledge through a structured program. Over 3.5–4 years, this role incorporates various functions such as customer service, sales, and leadership. Candidates should have a university degree or diploma, a positive attitude, and strong communication skills. This position offers a base salary of $52,500 plus profit sharing, with opportunities for career advancement into management roles.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Profit sharing

Relocation assistance

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and results-oriented mindset.
• Desire to continuously learn and grow.
• Excellent communication skills with strong relationships.

Responsibilities

• Rotate through supply chain and operations phases.
• Manage accounts and build customer relationships.
• Lead and mentor a team as a Profit Centre Manager.

Skills

Customer service skills

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Sales interest

Communication skills

Education

University degree or college diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Description

Launch Your Career. Learn the Business. Lead Your Own Team.

With over 115 years of experience, EMCO Corporation is a leading national wholesale distributor of plumbing, HVAC, waterworks, and industrial products to the construction industry. We provide quality and cutting‑edge products that help support residential, commercial and infrastructure initiatives across Canada.

If you’re a new grad who wants more than a desk job — someone excited by supply chain, sales, business development, and entrepreneurship — this is your chance to build a real career from the ground up.

Our Management Development Program is a hands‑on, accelerated path that teaches you how to run a business end to end. You’ll gain practical experience, strong mentorship, competitive compensation, full benefits, and profit sharing — all while preparing to lead your own operation.

Relocation: Please note that successful candidates to this position may be required to relocate within Canada to complete their training. Relocation assistance will be provided. We have opportunities available across the country!

Job Description

Base Salary - $52,500 + Profit Sharing

What You’ll Do

As a Management Trainee, you’ll rotate through a structured, four‑phase program designed to give you full visibility into how a successful business operates — from supply chain and operations to sales, leadership, and strategy.

You won’t just observe — you’ll own projects, manage accounts, build customer relationships, and make real business decisions, all with the guidance of experienced leaders across the country.

The Program: Learn the Business From the Inside Out

Duration: 3.5–4 Years

Phase 1: Warehouse and Customer Service (12 Months)

• Shipping, receiving, and inventory management
• Product knowledge and vendor coordination
• Customer service and counter sales
• Pricing, credit, financial statements, and logistics
• Learn how products move from supplier to customer

Phase 2: Customer Relationships & Procurement (12 Months)

• Build strong customer and vendor relationships
• Manage larger projects and complex orders
• Read blueprints and develop material quotes
• Deliver high‑impact, solutions‑focused service

Phase 3: Account Management and Proactive Sales (15–18 Months)

• Identify and win new business opportunities
• Negotiate contracts and grow key accounts
• Expand market presence and customer partnerships
• Learn proactive, strategic selling at a high level

Phase 4: Leadership & Operations (3 Months)

• Lead and mentor a team
• Set strategy, vision, and performance goals
• Manage operations, profitability, and people
• Transition from trainee to business leader

Your Career Destination: Profit Centre Manager

After completing the program, you’ll be ready to step into a Profit Centre Manager role — running your own location like a business owner.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Growing sales, profitability, and market share
• Hiring, training, coaching, and leading a high‑performing team
• Analyzing financials and making strategic decisions
• Managing inventory, assets, marketing plans, and purchasing
• Building strong community and customer relationships
• Ensuring exceptional service, safety, and operational excellence

Qualifications

• University degree or college diploma – all disciplines of study will be considered
• Positive attitude and results oriented mindset
• Desire to continuously learn and grow
• Excellent leadership, customer service and organizational skills
• Possess a strong work ethic and a high standard of integrity
• Ability to work well independently and in a team setting
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with customers, vendors, and teammates
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software
• Strong interest in sales
• Valid driver’s license

Additional Information

Salary Range: $52,500

EMCO is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a discrimination, harassment, and barrier free workplace where all employees can contribute to their fullest potential. EMCO is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplaces. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, colour, creed, place of origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by the law. We welcome applications from all minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups, neurodiversity, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

EMCO uses third‑party artificial intelligence to assess resumes to facilitate the review of candidates.