Sales and Leadership Trainee – University/College Graduates in Edmonton | $55k+/annually (2025-[...]

IS2 Staffing Services; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency in Canada is looking for a Sales and Leadership Trainee to join their innovative program designed for recent graduates. This position involves a structured four-year rotational training covering various aspects of sales and management, fostering leadership skills, and building a client base. Key benefits include a competitive starting salary, comprehensive training, and a potential total compensation of over $130K by Year 4. Applicants must be recent graduates with a passion for leadership and adaptability to relocation across Western Canada.

Benefits

Full benefits program

Pension program

Training and mentorship

Car allowance and gas card

Qualifications

• A confident communicator ready for long-term growth.
• No direct experience required, but retail or fast food is an asset.
• Must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.

Responsibilities

• Learn warehouse operations in the first 6 months.
• Transition to counter sales and customer service after 6 months.
• Engage in inside sales and early-stage account management.
• Move into outside sales and operations in the final two years.

Skills

Energetic

Outgoing

Leadership potential

Adaptability

Education

University or college graduate

Red Seal tradesperson

Job description

Job Title: Sales and Leadership Trainee – University/College Graduates
Location: Thunder Bay to Victoria Island (Relocation Required Within Western Canada)
Compensation: Starting at $55,000/year + Benefits + Pension + Long-Term Earning Potential
Start Date: Ongoing – Accepting New Grads
Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Kickstart Your Career with a National Industry Leader

Are you a recent university, college, or Red Seal graduate with a passion for leadership and a strong entrepreneurial spirit? Do you have a big personality, thrive in fast-paced environments, and want to learn every aspect of running a successful business?

IS2 Workforce Solutions is seeking ambitious, driven individuals for a Sales and Leadership Trainee Program with one of our top clients — a well-established Canadian leader in wholesale distribution. This unique opportunity offers structured mentorship, comprehensive training, and the potential to manage your own profit centre within Western Canada.

What You’ll Do – A 4-Year Rotational Program

Year 1

• 6 months: Learn the business from the ground up in warehouse operations
• 6 months: Transition into counter sales and customer service

Year 2

• Step into inside sales: cold calling, quoting, and early-stage account management

Years 3 & 4

• Move into outside sales and operations
• Begin developing leadership skills and managing business operations
• Build your own client base and contribute to branch profitability

You will relocate each year to a different location within the Thunder Bay to Victoria Island region (excluding Saskatoon)
Occasional travel to the USA for training – a valid passport is required
If needed, your first year can begin in Edmonton

Who You Are

• A university or college graduate, or a Red Seal tradesperson
• No direct experience required – part-time work during school (e.g., retail or fast food) is a strong asset
• Energetic, outgoing, and eager to learn
• Comfortable with change and relocation
• A confident communicator with natural leadership potential
• Must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident (no work visas)
• Ready to commit to long-term career development and growth

Please note: Engineers or experienced sales professionals are not the ideal fit unless they demonstrate outstanding energy, adaptability, and a strong entrepreneurial mindset

What You’ll Receive

• Full benefits and pension program
• Phone and laptop provided on day one
• Car allowance and gas card starting in the outside sales phase
• Uncapped earnings potential – total compensation of $130K+ by Year 4
• Access to a world-class training and mentorship program

Application & Screening Process

• Initial screening and interviews by IS2
• Reference checks
• Screening with the client’s hiring team
• Online reading comprehension and math assessments
• Final interview with a psychologist to assess long-term leadership fit

This is a high-investment, high-reward opportunity designed to launch the next generation of business leaders. If you’re ready to take on the challenge, we want to hear from you!

Apply Today

Submit your resume to IS2 Workforce Solutions to begin your journey. Only successful candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Let us look after you, so you can look after your business.