{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"fce85c5f7fef293f1b390e82","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/fce85c5f7fef293f1b390e82","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/fce85c5f7fef293f1b390e82","title":"Management Trainee Program","description":"CED’s *Management Training Program* is a paid, multi-phase, full-time program tailored to sales-minded candidates who are eager to grow into management positions in a fast-paced, evolving industry. This in-person program teaches every aspect of our business - preparing the candidate to run their own business location within the *New England area. *\n\nFounded in 1957, Consolidated Electrical Distributors (CED) is a privately held, nationwide wholesale supplier of electrical and lighting products with over 800 locations.\n\nVisit www.cedcareers.com for more information on CED!\n\nManagement Trainees explore all aspects of the electrical distribution field with a focus on business management, sales, leadership, and entrepreneurship. Key competencies include:\n\n* Business Management\n* Sales\n* Operations\n* Leadership\n* Electrical Supply Knowledge\n* Warehouse & Business Operations\n* Supplier Product Seminars\n* Counter Sales\n* Inventory Control\n* Purchasing\n* Customer Relations\n\nEach trainee’s development is a combination of mentoring via on-the-job training and supplemented with classroom and online module training. Trainees will visit manufacturing partners, vendors, and participate in many training/networking opportunities.\n\nWhile 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.\n\n*REPORTS TO:* Training Manager\n\n*MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:*\n\n* Must be at least 18 years of age\n* Bachelor’s Degree - will consider related experience in lieu of degree\n* Current, valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record\n* Authorization to work in the United States (without requiring work authorization sponsorship by CED now or in the future)\n* Ability and willingness to relocate during and upon completion of the program\n\n*PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:*\n\n* Sales or customer service experience\n\n*ADDITIONAL COMPETENCIES:*\n\n* Leadership Skills\n* Self-Motivated\n* Competitive\n* Team Oriented\n* Entrepreneurial Spirit\n* Exceptional Interpersonal & Communication Skills\n* Effective Problem-Solving Skills\n\n*WORKING CONDITIONS:*\n\n* Conditions vary based on the trainee’s current segment of the training and will include warehouse, office, and external environments.\n* During some segments, activities will include lifting, sorting, standing, and possible extreme heat/cold conditions.\n* Office segments may include sitting for extended periods.\n* Various segments will include some travel – both by car and by air.\n\n*BENEFITS:*\n\n* Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision Care for full-time positions\n* 401(k)\n* Paid Vacation\n* Health Savings Account (HSA) and matching\n\n*SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:* NO\n\n*ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:*\n\n* Learning all aspects of the CED business\n* Attending classes in various locations\n* Communicating – both written and spoken – in English.\n\n*NOTE:* Because positions may evolve due to the needs of the business, this job description may not list all essential functions and is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of all required activities, duties, or responsibilities. Other essential functions, duties, responsibilities, and activities may be assigned at any time, with or without notice.\n\n_CED is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability | Veteran_\n\nJob Type: Full-time\n\nPay: $52,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year\n\nBenefits:\n* 401(k)\n* 401(k) matching\n* Health insurance\n* Health savings account\n* Vision insurance\n\nApplication Question(s):\n* Relocation within the New England region is a large part of this 2 -year program—you may have opportunities to relocate during the program, and it will be required upon completion to step into a management role. 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