Management Trainee

Great Lakes Outreach Wisconsin; West Allis (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Lakes Outreach Wisconsin is seeking an entry-level management trainee to learn sales strategies, operations, and leadership practices through departmental rotations. The role aims to transition into a sales or branch manager position, with opportunities in client relations and professional growth.

This program emphasizes hands-on training, mentorship, and experience across sales, operations, and leadership functions, preparing you for rapid responsibilities and career progression.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or related field.
• Prior customer service/retail/hospitality experience preferred but not required.
• Strong communication, basic math, analytical thinking, and a competitive drive.

Responsibilities

• Shadow sales reps, pitch to clients, generate leads, and hit quotas.
• Rotate through departments such as customer service, marketing, warehouse, and finance.
• Assist with staff scheduling, interviewing candidates, and coaching team members.
• Track sales metrics, analyze market trends, and review competitor activities.

Skills

Strong communication

Basic math

Analytical thinking

Competitive drive

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/marketing or related field

Job description

We are seeking an entry-level management trainee to be cross trained across departmental rotations to learn our company's sales strategies, operations, and leadership practices. The primary goal of this role is to transition into a full-fledged sales or branch manager position.

Key Responsibilities

• Sales & Business Development: Shadow sales reps, pitch to new clients, generate leads, and hit quotas.
• Operational Rotation: Rotate through departments like customer service, marketing, warehouse, and finance.
• Team Leadership: Assist with staff scheduling, interviewing candidates, and coaching team members.
• Analysis: Track sales metrics, evaluate market trends, and review competitor activities.

This opportunity is perfect for ambitious individuals looking to gain hands-on experience in:

• Sales & Business Development
• Leadership & Communication
• Professional Networking
• Client Relations
• Personal & Professional Growth
• Hands-on training & mentorship
• Fast-paced, energetic team environment
• Resume-building experience
• Performance-based growth opportunities
• Real-world business exposure from day one

Education:

A bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or a related field is typically required.

Experience:

Prior customer service, retail, or hospitality experience is preferred but not required.

Skills:

Strong communication, basic math, analytical thinking, and a competitive drive

No prior experience required — just a strong work ethic and willingness to learn.

Spots are limited and interviews are happening now.