Management Trainee – Non Exempt-DIV

Consolidated Electrical Distributors; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Consolidated Electrical Distributors (CED) in the Blue Ridge District offers a Management Trainee program designed for sales-minded individuals seeking future leadership. Trainees rotate through warehouse, counter sales, accounts, purchasing, and project management to run a multi-million-dollar location after completion.

On-the-job training lasts 2–3 years with online coursework in electrical systems, sales, and management.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Bachelor’s Degree - will consider related experience in lieu of degree.
• Current, valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record
• Authorization to work in the United States (without requiring work authorization sponsorship by CED now or in the future)
• Ability and willingness to relocate during and upon completion of the program

Responsibilities

• Learning all aspects of the CED business.
• Attending classes in various locations.
• Communicating – both written and spoken – in English.

Skills

Communication skills

Relocation willingness

Leadership skills

Self-motivated

Team oriented

Entrepreneurial spirit

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Sales or customer service

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Summary

Job title: Management Trainee – Non Exempt-DIV

Job ID: null

Department: Blue Ridge District

Location: null-null

Description

Summary:

CED’s Management Training program is tailored to sales-minded candidates seeking management positions in an evolving industry. CED is a privately held company with more than 750 locations. Management Trainees are taught every aspect of CED’s business in order to run their own multi-million-dollar location upon completion of the training.

On-the-job training lasts for 2-3 years and includes rotations in warehouse, counter sales, accounts payable, accounts receivable, financial statements, purchasing, account management, project management, inventory management and business development. Throughout the program, trainees attend multiple sessions focused on electrical products, sales, and management.

While the position provides real on-the-job training, there is also online training related to electrical systems, sales, and management. No prior industry experience is necessary: we give you the tools needed to be successful with CED. The ideal candidate possesses outstanding communication skills, is geographically flexible, and thrives in a fast-paced, multi-faceted industry.

Reports to: Training Manager

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Bachelor’s Degree - will consider related experience in lieu of degree
• Current, valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record
• Authorization to work in the United States (without requiring work authorization sponsorship by CED now or in the future)
• Ability and willingness to relocate during and upon completion of the program

Preferred Qualifications:

• Sales or customer service experience
• ADDITIONAL COMPETENCIES:
• Leadership Skills
• Self-Motivated
• Competitive
• Team Oriented
• Entrepreneurial Spirit
• Exceptional Interpersonal & Communication Skills
• Effective Problem-Solving Skills

Working Conditions:

• Conditions vary based on the trainee’s current segment of the training and will include warehouse, office, and external environments.
• During some segments, activities will include lifting, sorting, standing, and possible extreme heat/cold conditions.
• Office segments may include sitting for extended periods.
• Various segments will include some travel – both by car and by air.

Supervisory Responsibilities: No

Essential Job Functions:

• Learning all aspects of the CED business
• Attending classes in various locations
• Communicating – both written and spoken – in English.

CED is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability | Veteran

Compensation Range:

The compensation range for this position is $55000 to $60000 annually.

Other Compensation:

The following additional compensation may be applicable for this position:

• Profit Sharing

Benefits:

Benefits available for this position are:

• Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision Care for full-time positions
• Life Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and matching