Management Trainee - Entry Level

Want to impact a growing, nationwide company? Looking for an IN PERSON work environment? CED's Management Training Program is a paid 2-2.5 year multi-phase training program for those with a desire to lead people and influence the direction of a business. We prepare candidates to take over management and sales strategy of one of our businesses--a Profit Center location.

Hiring location: Columbia, MD for 1st year of training, nationwide relocation required for Manager placement.

Throughout the Management Training Program, trainees are exposed to all aspects of the electrical distribution field. This challenging program requires a strong commitment from each Management Trainee and encompasses, but is not limited to:

• Business Management
• Sales/Business Development
• Operations
• Electrical & Elevator Supply Knowledge
• Warehouse Operations
• Supplier Product Seminars
• Counter Sales
• Inventory Control
• Purchasing
• Leadership
• Corporate Administrative Exposure
• Customer Relations

Each Management Trainee’s development is a combination of mentoring via on-the-job, classroom, and home-study training.

We are looking for people who aren't afraid of a fast paced and sales-oriented environment and have a desire to grow one of our business locations. Individuals should be self-motivated, sales oriented, strong leaders, geographically flexible, and possess an entrepreneurial spirit.

Management Trainee Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree Required (business preferred)

• Candidates need to be local or planning to relocate to Columbia, MD

• Strong communication & leadership skills

• Sales experience preferred

• Valid drivers license

CED is a growing, nationwide company with over 700 locations. We are expanding our business in many locations and offer an incredible way to jumpstart your career or transition to a role with more focus on sales and real business management.

CED is an Equal Opportunity/Disability/Veteran Employer.

***No third party recruiters will be used to fill this position***

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $61,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• No experience needed

Shift:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Application Question(s):

• Can you regularly lift 50 pounds?
• Are you willing to relocate away from Maryland after the 1st year of training? Relocation assistance is provided.

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person