Sales and Operations Development Program (June 2027) - Hybrid

Wgaesf; Chicago, Pittsburgh (IL, Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Wesco offers an Associate - Sales & Operations Development Program in the Chicago area. This 12-month training path equips you with selling skills, product knowledge, and business acumen, leading to a full-time Sales or Sales Operations role.

The program includes in-person orientations near Chicago or Pittsburgh, virtual mid-year events, and an in-person graduation. Compensation ranges $24.04–$26.45 per hour, with CA rates at $31.25 per hour, and potential bonuses or commissions where applicable.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of experience in a service, business, or sales-oriented role
• Desire to build a career in Sales, Supply Chain, Operations or Business
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability and willingness to travel - local and national
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office - Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint, Power BI
• 0-2 years of experience working in B2B industrial distribution
• Internship in Sales, Supply Chain, Operations or Business preferred
• Ability to travel 0-25%

Responsibilities

• Warehouse and Operations
• Outside Sales
• Business Development

Skills

Verbal & Written Communication

Travel Willingness

Microsoft Office Proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Microsoft Teams

SharePoint

Power BI

Job description

Sales and Operations Development Program (June 2027)

As an Associate - Sales & Operations Development Program, you will partake in the Wesco Sales & Operations Development Program. This is a twelve-month training program designed to prepare Associates for a Sales or Sales Operations position within Wesco. You will develop strong selling skills and overall business acumen, gain product and industry knowledge, and expand their professional networks throughout Wesco. You will work directly under the supervision of one of our local managers and are paired with a peer mentor (previous program graduate). Successful completion of the program results in a full-time Sales or Sales Operations position. Completing the program means that an Associate has successfully completed the entire twelve-month training program and its requirements.

Training: In addition to the immersive experience provided through the assigned company location, Associates will be invited to participate in several training conferences. Conferences are designed to include networking opportunities, training, and fun!

• Program Orientation (In-person) - Near Chicago or Pittsburgh
• Mid-Year Event (Virtual Event) - via Microsoft Teams or similar format
• Graduation Event (In-person) - Near Chicago or Pittsburgh

Compensation Details
$24.04 - $26.45 Per Hour ($31.25 Per Hour in CA)

This amount is what we reasonably believe we will pay for the position; however, offer amounts may vary based on factors such as geographic location, relevant education, experience, qualifications, skills, shift, or any collective bargaining agreements.

For eligible positions, compensation may include participation in a bonus or sales incentive plan,subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plan documents. For certain sales roles, Wesco also offers a commission structure that provides additional compensation based on sales results, as defined by the applicable commission plan.

In addition, Wesco offers abenefits program for eligible employees, which may include paid time off, medical, dental, and vision coverage, and retirement savings plans. Additional details about benefits are available here .

Job Responsibilities

• Warehouse and Operations
• Outside Sales
• Business Development

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of experience in a service, business, or sales-oriented role
• Desire to build a career in Sales, Supply Chain, Operations or Business
• Excellent verbal, and written communication skills
• Ability and willingness to travel - local and national
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office - Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint, Power BI
• 0-2 years of experience working in B2B industrial distribution
• Internship in Sales, Supply Chain, Operations or Business preferred
• Ability to travel 0-25%