Management Trainee

CED; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Clear career path

Professional development

Entrepreneurial experience

Hands-on learning

Leadership opportunities

Profit sharing

Job summary

CED / Rensenhouse offers a Management Trainee Program designed for recent or upcoming graduates to learn how a company runs, build leadership skills, and take on early responsibilities. You’ll receive mentors, real-world business experience, and hands-on training across multiple departments.

The program spans 2–3 years with rotations in warehouse, purchasing, accounts, project management, and customer development.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old.
• Bachelor's Degree.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Gain experience across every major area of the business.
• Attend company-sponsored training programs across the country covering Electrical Products, Leadership & Management, and Business Operations.
• Develop leadership skills and take on responsibilities that build toward leading a CED location.

Skills

Motivated to learn

Leadership interest

Strong communicator

Team player

Problem solving

Initiative

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

If you're a recent or upcoming college grad looking for a career where you can learn, grow, and actually make an impact, keep reading.

At CED / Rensenhouse, our Management Trainee Program gives you real-world business experience from day one. You'll learn how a company runs, build leadership skills, work alongside experienced mentors, and take on responsibilities that most new grads won't see for years.

We're one of the largest privately held electrical distributors in the country, with over 800 locations nationwide. But what makes this opportunity different is the ownership mentality. You're not here to just do a job. You're here to develop the skills, confidence, and experience needed to lead a business in the future.

What we can offer:

• Clear Career Path – Our structured 2–3 year training program is built to prepare you for leadership and management opportunities.
• Professional Development – Learn directly from experienced leaders, attend industry and management training classes, and continuously build your business, sales, and leadership skills.
• Entrepreneurial Experience – Learn how to run a business, make decisions, build customer relationships, and drive growth.
• Hands‑On Learning – Gain practical experience through our foundational hands‑on training.
• Leadership Opportunities – Develop the confidence and skills to become a future leader within the industry, but also at home & in your community. We don't just train you for a job. We invest in you as a person.
• Profit Sharing – Share in the success you help create.

What You'll Learn

As a Management Trainee, you'll gain experience across every major area of the business, including:

• Warehouse Operations
• Accounts Payable & Receivable
• Financial Statements & Business Operations
• Purchasing
• Project Management
• Inventory Management
• Outside Sales & Customer Development

You'll also attend company-sponsored training programs across the country covering:

• Electrical Products
• Leadership & Management
• Business Operations

Our goal is simple: prepare you to successfully lead and grow a CED location.

What We're Looking For

You may be a great fit if you are:

• Motivated to learn and grow
• Interested in leadership and business management
• Competitive, driven, and goal-oriented
• A strong communicator and team player
• Comfortable solving problems and taking initiative
• Ready to build a long-term career with advancement opportunities

Minimum Qualifications

• At least 18 years old
• Bachelor's Degree
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or related professional experience
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment

What You'll Get

Compensation & Growth

• Competitive compensation
• Profit Sharing
• Structured promotion and advancement opportunities
• Ongoing leadership and professional development
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation

You'll gain experience in a variety of settings throughout the program, including warehouse, office, customer-facing, and field environments. Some rotations may involve lifting, standing, travel, and working in varying temperatures, while others focus on office‑based business operations.

Start Building Your Future Today

If you're looking for a career where you can develop leadership skills, learn how to run a business, and create your own path to success, CED's Management Trainee Program is the place to start.

Learn. Lead. Grow. Build Your Future with CED.

NOTE:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all required activities, duties or responsibilities. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may be assigned at any time; with or without notice.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability | Veteran

All references to Company/We mean CONSOLIDATED ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTORS