2027 Global Management Trainee Program - USA

Hunter Douglas; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on/relocation bonus

Internal development culture

401(k) matching

Paid parental leave

Wellness programs

Product discount

Time off with pay

Job summary

Hunter Douglas seeks high‑potential graduates for its Global Management Trainee Program in the USA. The 10‑month hybrid Leadership Development program starts with onboarding at a local hub and includes field rotations across Sales, Supply, Logistics, Product and Customer Service, plus a capstone project with leadership feedback.

You will relocate to one of our hubs and work closely with mentors and executives to deliver measurable results, leading to a full‑time role.

Qualifications

• Anticipated graduation date no later than June 2026 with a bachelor’s or master’s degree.
• Demonstrated leadership through extracurricular activities, internships, clubs or volunteer work.
• Relocation to hubs in Atlanta, GA; Broomfield, CO; or Irvine, CA and willingness to tackle diverse environments.
• Willingness to remain mobile through four‑month project and final placement.

Responsibilities

• Three weeks onboarding, including a local hub start and global induction at HQ.
• Five months of field training rotating through Sales, Supply, Logistics, Product, and Customer Service.
• One week of Leadership and Methodology training followed by a four‑month project.
• Capstone presentation to Leadership and placement into a full‑time role after program.

Skills

Leadership

Mobility

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

2027 Global Management Trainee Program - USA

Atlanta, GA, Broomfield, CO, or Irvine, CA

Description

Position Overview

The Hunter Douglas Global Management Trainee Program (GMT) is hand-selected and sponsored by the Executive Leadership Team. This 10-month comprehensive Leadership Development program provides you with the tools and experiences to develop you into a future leader of our organization while providing a holistic view of the business. Throughout this program, you will immediately immerse yourself into the company, the culture, and the industry. You will join a class of other Trainees and gain a community of ambitious peers. You will learn from Hunter Douglas leaders and contribute directly to our purpose and our DREAM. You will gain insights from day one and do real work on different projects while delivering actual results.

Before the program commences, Trainees are paired with a Mentor to help acclimate and integrate you to our organization. Throughout the program, you can expect opportunities to connect and collaborate with our Executive Leadership Team, Global Leaders, Business Leaders, previous Trainees and current Trainees from other Zones.

This role is considered hybrid. Full mobility is required.

What you'll do

• Three weeks of onboarding, beginning with one week at your local hub, followed by a Global Induction at our HQ - providing an introduction to our company's strategy, culture, products, sales channels and problem-solving approaches.
• Five months of Field Training in which you will rotate through key areas of our value chain including Sales, Supply, Logistics, Product, Customer Service, and will gain hands‑on experience by actively participating in daily operations and project work during each rotation.
• One week of Leadership and Methodology training to foster a unified system‑thinking approach and prepare you for your first project.
• A four‑month individual project in which you will be able to deliver tangible and measurable results as an active team member by applying methodology skills and technical knowledge.
• Capstone presentation of your project to Leadership, followed by feedback and final placement into a full‑time role upon program completion - designed to support your continued leadership development and long‑term career growth with Hunter Douglas.
• First Position Placement can be in any of the following areas: Sales, Operations (Supply, Logistics, Procurement), Product, or Functional.

Below are examples of projects that previous Trainees' have worked on

• Create a new implementation process for when Hunter Douglas introduces a newproduct.
• Pricing Analysis for our e-commerce platforms.
• Develop a communication strategy to enhance our customer installation journey.
• Monetize our Market Funnel valuation by quantifying our conversion rates.
• Implement recommendations to optimize material usage and mitigate scrap rates at ourplants.

Qualifications

• To be eligible, have an anticipated graduation date no later than June 2026 with a bachelor’s or master’s degree.
• Have demonstrated leadership capabilities through various extracurricular activities including job experiences, internships, student clubs and organizations, and volunteer work.
• As part of the program, you will need to relocate to one our major location hubs which include Atlanta, GA, Broomfield, CO or Irvine, CA and be ready to tackle new challenges in diverse environments, including front line roles in the field, manufacturing plants, and regional offices.
• Demonstrate flexibility by remaining mobile and ready to transition as needed throughout your four-month project and/or during your final placement. Stipend will be provided if Trainee relocates for their four-month individual project.

What's in it for you

• Annual base salary range: $80,000 with a sign-on/relocation bonus
• Bonus target range: 20%
• A company culture that prioritizes internal development and professional growth
• Time off with pay
• 401(k) plan with a degree of employer matching
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness programs and product discount

Trainee Program applications are accepted through October 29, 2025.

Please note, all offers presented to candidates are carefully crafted to ensure market competitiveness, equity, and reflect the individual candidate’s education, experience, skills and potential.
Hunter Douglas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.