Management Trainee Program

CED; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

CED is offering a Management Training Program designed for sales-minded candidates aiming for management positions in a dynamic industry. Trainees rotate through warehouse, counter sales, accounts payable/receivable, purchasing, and more, under the guidance of a Training Manager.

The program lasts 2–3 years with both online and on-the-job training. No prior industry experience is required; the company emphasizes communication, flexibility, and leadership potential, with opportunities across

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Bachelor’s Degree; related experience will be considered in lieu of degree.
• Current, valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Authorization to work in the United States (without requiring work sponsorship)
• Geographically flexible during the training program.

Responsibilities

• Report to Training Manager.
• Participate in 2–3 years of on-the-job training with rotations across warehouse, counter sales, A/P, A/R, financial statements, purchasing, inside/outside sales, inventory, and project management.
• Attend sessions focused on electrical products, sales, and management.
• Travel as required (by car and air) during training segments.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Communication Skills

Leadership

Job description

We are actively seeking exemplary self-starter candidates to join CED's competitive Management Training Program!

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 700 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, inside sales, project management, inventory management and outside sales. 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 you need to know to be successful with CED. The ideal candidate possesses outstanding communication skills, is geographically flexible, and thrives in a fast paced, multi-faceted industry.

Multiple opportunities available across: Indiana and Michigan

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)
• Geographically Flexible during the duration of the training program

PREFERRED SKILL & TRAITS:

• Problem Solving Skills
• Self-Motivated
• Competitive
• Team Player
• Desire to Succeed
• Strong Interpersonal & Communication Skills
• Superior Leadership 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, 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.

COMPENSATION RANGE:

$50,000-$65,000 Annually

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

No

CED is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability | Veteran