Management Trainee

Job Description

Management Development Trainee – 4 Year Rotational Program | Hajoca Corporation

The Tone:
This is a full-time, four-year rotational management development program at Hajoca Corporation, the nation’s largest privately held wholesale distributor of plumbing, heating, air-conditioning, industrial pipe-valve-fitting, and pool supplies. With over 450 locations, Hajoca stands out for its decentralized business model, where Profit Center Managers operate their businesses with significant autonomy and an entrepreneurial spirit. This role is designed for sales-driven, entrepreneurial individuals seeking a clear path to run their own multi-million-dollar business without the inherent risks of starting from scratch.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, Relocation required
• Pay: $70000 yearly (plus benefits, increases after each phase, eligibility for profit sharing)
• Mission: To develop future Profit Center Managers capable of operating and growing a multi-million-dollar wholesale distribution business with an entrepreneurial mindset.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Operational Immersion: Begin by learning the business from the ground up, gaining hands-on experience across warehouse logistics, customer service, and building essential product knowledge.
• Inside Sales Development: Actively cultivate customer relationships, hone problem-solving skills, understand diverse customer needs, and provide tailored solutions to build lasting connections.
• Outside Sales Growth: Transition into the field to prospect contractors, strategically bid on jobs, and consistently win new accounts, thereby building an independent book of business.
• Business Management Preparation: Work directly with an experienced Profit Center Manager, focusing on comprehensive P&L management, inventory and margin strategy, and effective vendor negotiations.
• Strategic Leadership & Ownership: Prepare to fully lead a Profit Center, managing all operational aspects of a multi-million-dollar business, guiding its sales team, and sharing directly in its financial success.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program, seeking an entry-level career opportunity designed for individuals eager to develop into a business owner-operator role.
• Experience: Demonstrated leadership abilities within professional, educational, and/or social experiences are essential; no prior industry experience in wholesale distribution is required, as a comprehensive training program will provide all necessary business knowledge.
• Skills: Possess a competitive, self-starting mindset that thrives on creating meaningful results and being measured by achievements rather than mere presence; exhibit a genuine interest in relationship-building, the sales process, and the practical mechanics of running a successful business; demonstrate strong communication skills and comfort in engaging directly with contractors, tradespeople, and a diverse customer base in the field.
• Relocation: Exhibit a willingness to relocate during and after the program, based on evolving business needs and career opportunities across various markets.