Leadership Development Manager

CED; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k)

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Health Savings Account (HSA) and match

Job summary

CED is seeking a Training Manager to deliver and support the Management Training Program across the United States, partnering with fellow CED Managers to develop future leaders. This role leads training sessions, mentors trainees, evaluates performance, and collaborates with leadership to improve content while traveling within the territory.

The ideal candidate has at least three years of experience in electrical, sales, management, or training, and a passion for helping others grow.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Experience in electrical industry, sales, management, training, recruiting, mentorship.
• Must have a valid driver's license with acceptable record.
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Background check and drug screen required.

Responsibilities

• Travel regularly within the United States to support MTP initiatives.
• Evaluate trainee performance and provide constructive feedback.
• Build relationships with Division/District, Region, and Profit Center Managers.
• Mentor and coach trainees and assess performance.
• Maintain knowledge of training content, policies, and changes.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of training methods and materials.
• Participate in recruiting activities including college fairs and onboarding.
• Coordinate logistics for training and onboarding within districts.
• Manage payroll, timekeeping, and expenses for trainees.
• Lead, facilitate, and manage training sessions aligned with MTP standards.
• Engage in 8-12 local MTP sessions annually, 3-4 days per week with some evenings.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

This position is responsible for delivering and supporting the Management Training Program (MTP) at CED in partnership with fellow CED Managers. This role involves leading effective training sessions, mentoring trainees, evaluating performance, and collaborating with company leadership to identify and develop future leaders.

Within their territory, they ensure consistent training delivery, provide structured feedback, support recruiting efforts, and contribute to the ongoing improvement of training materials and methods. A strong understanding of company culture and operations, leadership principles, and a commitment to professionalism are essential to success in this role.

The ideal candidate is someone who genuinely enjoys helping others grow and is excited about the opportunity to develop future leaders at CED. They see the Management Training Program as more than a training initiative; they see it as an opportunity to invest in people, build meaningful relationships, and help trainees develop the skills and confidence they need to succeed. They enjoy traveling, connecting with people across their territory, and working alongside trainees and managers to support their development. This individual brings at least three years of relevant experience in areas such as the electrical industry, sales, management, training, recruiting, mentorship, or management trainee programs.

About CED:

With over 700 locations nationwide, CED has become one of the largest electrical distributors in the country since opening in 1957. We put power directly into the hands of managers at each of our locations, giving them the authority to make decisions best aligned with their city, clientele, and unique circumstances. Although each location operates like a small business, CED supports each one with the resources, funding, and tools to help them grow—they all have different names and serve different areas, but every location’s success is important to the future of CED. With an overarching culture based on empowerment of people, service, integrity, and reliability, CED is a financially sound, stable company with great opportunity for career growth.

REPORTS TO: Training Director

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Experience in one or more of the following areas: electrical industry, sales, management, training, recruiting, mentorship
• Must have current and valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
• Must be authorized to work in the United States and not require work authorization sponsorship by our company for this position now or in the future
• Must be least 18 years of age

All offers of employment are contingent on successful completion of a background check and drug screen

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• This position requires the ability to travel regularly-via land and air - to locations throughout the United States.
• The position operates in various professional environments which may occasionally require sitting for extended periods.

BENEFITS:

• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and matching

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: YES

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Travel Required: This position requires regular domestic travel ranging between 25-35 weeks annually, which may include partial weeks. Travel will involve visits to support MTP initiatives, evaluate trainee progress, and leadership meetings.
• Evaluate trainee performance and provide timely, clear, and constructive feedback.
• Build strong relationships with Division/District, Region, and Profit Center Managers to align training with operational goals.
• Support trainee development through mentorship, coaching, and performance assessments.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of company training content, policies, and procedural changes.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of training methods and materials.
• Participate in recruitment efforts including college fairs, interviews, and onboarding activities.
• Coordinate logistics for training and onboarding within assigned districts or divisions.
• Manage administrative tasks including payroll, timekeeping, and expense reporting for assigned trainees.
• Lead, facilitate, and manage training sessions in alignment with CED's culture and MTP standards.
• Engage in 8-12 locally based MTP sessions annually, typically spanning 3-4 days per week and incorporating scheduled evening activities

NOTE:

Because positions may evolve due to the needs of the business, this job description may not list all essential functions and is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of all required activities, duties, or responsibilities. Other essential functions, duties, responsibilities, and activities may be assigned at any time; with or without notice.

CED is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability | Veteran