Management Development Trainee

**Company Description**
With over 115 years of experience, EMCO Corporation is a leading national wholesale distributor of plumbing, HVAC, waterworks, and industrial products to the construction industry. We provide quality and cutting-edge products that help support residential, commercial and infrastructure initiatives across Canada.

At EMCO Corporation, we are committed to providing sustainable solutions to our customers and communities in which we live and serve. Our talented and passionate team members are the key to our success. We empower our team members to act like owners and make a difference within our business through striving for innovation and providing excellence in customer service.

Are you looking for a leadership opportunity post-graduation? Are you ready to amplify your leadership potential? Our Management Development Program at Emco is a structured initiative that offers training, mentorship and hands-on experiences, ensuring graduates excel in real-world challenges. Let's embark on this journey together

Base Salary - $50,000 + Profit Sharing

**Job Description** The Role**:
As a Management Trainee, you will progress through our 4-phased program to learn every aspect of how our business operates - from shipping and receiving, counter sales, operations management to employee development and more. You will get to know our customers by growing a sales territory of your own and providing world-class customer service. You will receive guidance, mentoring, and support from current managers and teammates within a region and across Canada to build a successful management career at EMCO.

**Program Outline**:
Phase 1: Warehouse and Customer Service (12-Months) - A focus on warehousing procedures, shipping and receiving, and counter support for customer transactions

Phase 2: Customer Relationships and Procurement (12-Months) - A focus on customer problem solving, relationship building with customers and vendors.

Phase 3: Account Management and Proactive Sales (15-18 Months) - A focus on business development and sourcing sales, while expanding the customer base and creating stronger partnerships.

Phase 4: Leadership and Operations (3-Months) - Developing leadership skills, supporting the team through coaching and mentoring, and setting vision and strategy for the business.

Once you have completed the phases of training, you will be ready to take on the challenge of being a manager at one of our Profit Centre locations
**Qualifications**
Qualifications? If you have a university degree or college diploma, a positive and results-oriented mindset, and a thirst for continuous growth, you're the one we're looking for. Bring your leadership, customer service, and organizational skills to the table, and let's create success together.
- University degree or college diploma - all disciplines of study will be considered
- Positive attitude and results oriented mindset
- Desire to continuously learn and grow
- Excellent leadership, customer service and organizational skills
- Possess a strong work ethic and a high standard of integrity
- Ability to work well independently and in a team setting
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with customers, vendors, and teammates
- Proficient in Microsoft Office software
- Strong interest in sales
- Valid driver’s license

**Additional Information** Why Join Our Team?**
- Great mentors and on-the-job training
- Growth potential with competitive salary, benefits and profit sharing
- A career with a solid, stable company and strong core values
- Participation in our pension plan with employer contributions
- Work-life balance and flex time

Elevate your career with EMCO Corporation - where innovation meets opportunity