STEP Associate - Tampa, FL

Sonepar Canada, Inc.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

401(k) retirement savings with company

Professional development programs

Shareholder opportunity

Disability insurance (employer-paid)

Life insurance (employer-paid)

Wellness program

Gym reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

World Electric, part of the Sonepar group, offers a 12-month STEP program designed to educate, train, and develop emerging professionals across rotations in Warehouse/Logistics and Outside Sales. The program includes on-the-job experiences, e-learning, and mentorship, with residency trips and exposure to executive leadership.

Starting June 2027, participants will gain hands-on experience across business functions, with opportunities to present strategic initiatives to the leadership team and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Sales, Marketing, or related degree is required.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Demonstrated self-starter attitude and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a 12-month rotational program across Warehouse/Logistics and Outside Sales/Specialty Track.
• Engage in on-the-job training, e-learning, and residency activities.
• Interact with site and corporate teams, contribute to projects and process improvements.

Skills

Enthusiastic / self-starter

Communication skills

Time management

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Sales, Marketing, or related field

Job description

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There’s a Place for You at World Electric

A career at World Electric is more than a job. You’re investing in a brighter, more sustainable future together and joining a team that makes a real difference for our customers. World Electric offers electrical products and services to contractors. If it helps bring electricity to an office, home, factory or other building – you can find it here. We operate throughout Florida and Georgia and are part of the Sonepar group, the world’s #1 electrical distributor with over 45,000 associates around the globe.

Being “Powered by Difference” means we respect and value diverse perspectives. Within World Electric we offer a supportive culture and great benefits, and as part of the larger Sonepar group, we can offer exciting opportunities to grow your career.

The Sonepar Training for Emerging Professionals Program (STEP) is a (12-Month) dynamic, intensive rotational program designed to educate, train, and develop skills in emerging professionals and help establish your career. You will get hands on experience in every aspect of our business through on-the-job, e-learning, subject matter expert training, and residency trips. This rotational program includes exposure to site and corporate operations, sales strategies, processes, procurement, project management, E-Commerce, and the Sonepar USA and our Operating Companies’ business philosophy. At the conclusion of this dynamic program, you will have the opportunity to present to our Executive Leadership team on key strategic organizational initiatives.

Do you want to work for a Global Leader? Are you a driven self-starter? Is being a part of a company culture that values Performance, People, Customers, and Sustainability important to you? Our program provides the ability to grow your career within our organization, participate in special assignments and gain business acumen through mentor programs. This program will begin in June 2027.

The core rotations of this program are:

• Warehouse/Logistics
• Outside Sales/Specialty Track

In addition to your rotations, you will also experience:

• Team-Building activities with fellow emerging professionals
• All-expense paid travel to different company locations
• Enhanced understanding of our business through specialized training

Basic Qualifications

• A Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Sales, Marketing, or related degree required
• Minimum GPA of 3.0
• Possess an enthusiastic/self-starter attitude
• Excellent communication, time management and leadership skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

What We Offer You

We offer great family-friendly benefits to full-time associates:

• Paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k) retirement savings with company match
• Professional and personal development programs
• Opportunity to become a shareholder
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability
• Employer-paid life insurance for spouse and dependents
• Robust wellness program
• Gym reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

We’re proud to be a military-friendly company, and our many employee resource groups (ERGs) help you make connections and feel supported.

Learn More About Us

Get to know us on YouTube, LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram and learn how we’re “Powering Progress for Future Generations.”

Sonepar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

Sonepar and our family of brands are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, we will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please call 843-745-2420 or email [e-mail] .