Emerging Leaders Development Program - Operations (Bay Area, CA)

Beacon Roofing Supply, Inc; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and parental leave

Paid training and certifications

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Join QXO's Emerging Leaders Development Program, a year-long rotational experience designed to cultivate future branch and operations leaders. Participants will engage in structured learning, hands-on experience, and mentorship to shape operational knowledge.

With opportunities to lead projects and engage with regional leaders, you'll gain insights into strategic decisions while building a strong management foundation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Industrial Distribution, or a related field.
• 1-2 years of relevant industry experience and interest in distribution or leadership.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Flexibility to relocate or travel for assignments.

Responsibilities

• Drive operational and strategic projects to enhance efficiency.
• Share insights with leaders to shape business decisions.
• Hire and onboard new team members.
• Recommend process changes to move the business forward.
• Work with leaders on forecasting and staffing initiatives.
• Serve as a community engagement ambassador.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Analytical mindset

Collaborative mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or related field

1-2 years relevant industry experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

QXO is a leading distributor and installer of building products serving an $800 billion market. The company’s mission is to modernize the building products industry through advanced technology and a best-in-class customer experience. QXO is North America’s largest distributor and installer of insulation, the second-largest distributor of roofing products, the second-largest publicly traded distributor of lumber and building materials, and the largest distributor of waterproofing products. The company is targeting $50 billion in annual revenue within the decade through accretive acquisitions and organic growth. For more information, visit QXO.com.

What you’ll do:

The QXO Emerging Leaders Development Program (ELDP) is a one-year rotational experience designed to develop future branch and operations leaders. Through structured learning, hands-on experience, and mentorship, Emerging Leaders gain the operational knowledge and leadership skills needed to make key branch decisions and progress into Assistant Branch Manager or Operations Manager roles upon successful completion.

Participants join a high-performing cohort, gain access to an enterprise-wide leadership network, and contribute directly to regional initiatives that support QXO’s commercial and operational priorities.

The program combines learning modules, regional on-the-job rotations, and capstone leadership projects—giving participants the opportunity to lead with autonomy, make recommendations on key matters (inventory analysis, inventory management, or workforce enablement), and build strong management and operational foundations.

What you’ll experience:

• Drive operational and strategic projects end to end, leveraging data to identify trends, resolve root issues, and enhance efficiency, profitability, and customer experience.
• Share your insights and recommendations with regional and branch leaders, using your judgment to prioritize what matters most and help shape real business decisions.
• Hire and onboard new team members to build a strong, high-performing workforce.
• Recommend process, workflow or resource changes that move the business forward.
• Work with cross-functional leaders to advance initiatives in forecasting, staffing, service levels, inventory health, and cost control.
• Serve as a community engagement ambassador and strengthen partnerships with local associations.
• Champion and lead technology advancement and process flow changes to align with corporate initiatives.

What you’ll bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Industrial Distribution, Construction Management, or a related field OR 1-2 years of relevant industry experience a strong interest in building a long-term career in distribution, operations, or leadership.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to thrive in a hands-on, fast-paced, results-driven environment.
• Collaborative mindset with a passion for leading people, improving processes, and making a meaningful impact.
• Flexibility and willingness to relocate or travel regionally for rotational assignments and future leadership opportunities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Internship or work experience in distribution, manufacturing, or retail operations.
• Analytical and customer-focused mindset.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; interest in technology-driven operations

What you’ll earn:

401(k) with employer match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

PTO, company holidays, and parental leave

Paid training and certifications

Legal assistance and identity protection

Pet insurance

Employee assistance program (EAP)

QXO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and do not discriminateon the basis ofrace, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.

Salary Range:

USD $70,000.00 - USD $85,000.00 /Yr.