Management Trainee – Non Exempt-DIV

Consolidated Electrical Distributors; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit Sharing

Health Insurance

401(k)

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

HSA with matching

Teledoc

Parental Leave

Job summary

Consolidated Electrical Distributors (CED) offers a Management Trainee program designed for sales-minded candidates seeking management roles in a fast-paced electrical distribution industry. Trainees receive on-the-job training for 2–3 years, rotating through warehouse, counter sales, accounts payable/receivable, purchasing, project and inventory management, and more.

Ideal candidates demonstrate strong communication skills, willingness to relocate, and a drive to excel in a multi-location

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required, related experience considered in lieu of degree.
• Leadership and communication skills essential.
• Willingness to relocate and travel as training progresses.

Responsibilities

• Learn all aspects of the CED business and operations.
• Attend classes in various locations as part of the training program.
• Communicate in English, both written and spoken, throughout the training.

Skills

Leadership

Self-Motivation

Teamwork

Communication Skills

Entrepreneurial Spirit

Problem-Solving

Adaptability

Sales or Customer Service Experience

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Summary

Job title: Management Trainee – Non Exempt-DIV

Job ID: null

Department: Charlotte - CED

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

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

• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

• Teledoc

• Paid Pregnancy & New Parent Leave