Management Trainee Program

CED; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

CED is actively seeking self-starter candidates for its Management Training Program in the New England region. Trainees rotate through warehouse, sales, accounts, purchasing, and project management to develop the skills needed to run a multi-million-dollar location upon completion.

The 2-3 year on-the-job and online training covers electrical products, sales, and management, with relocation during and after the program. Starting salary ranges from $50,000 to $65,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree is required or equivalent related experience considered.
• Strong problem solving and communication skills essential.
• Self-motivation and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Learn all aspects of CED’s business through rotations in multiple departments.
• Assist in daily operations during training segments and prepare for a management role.
• Relocate as needed and perform duties across warehouse, sales, and administration.

Skills

Problem Solving

Self-Motivated

Desire to Succeed

Interpersonal Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or related experience

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: New England

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 SKILL & TRAITS:

• Problem Solving Skills
• Self-Motivated
• Desire to Succeed
• Strong Interpersonal & Communication 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