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Management Trainee (COMET) – Sales and Distribution
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Job Description
Sales and Management Trainee – COMET | Applied Industrial Technologies
The Tone:
This is a full-time training role at Applied Industrial Technologies, with flexible service center locations across the organization. Founded in 1923, Applied Industrial Technologies is a leading value-added distributor and technical solutions provider of industrial motion, fluid power, flow control, automation technologies, and related maintenance supplies. This award-winning COMET program is a fast-track opportunity for individuals desiring a challenging role in the sales and distribution of industrial components. It prepares participants for a successful career and future leadership positions within a company that believes in developing its people and encourages fresh ideas.
The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Flexible service center locations
• Mission: To learn the industrial components distribution business from the ground up, preparing for challenging roles in sales and management.
What You’ll Actually Do
• Engage in 10 months of personalized training and coaching provided by experienced managers and peers.
• Acquire comprehensive product knowledge and understanding of the industrial components distribution business.
• Develop essential soft skills in sales, communication, and customer service through various training methods.
• Become familiar with the company’s sales and operations processes, technology, and strong customer-focused culture.
• Prepare for potential future sales professional, local manager, national account manager, regional manager, or vice president leadership roles.
The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree. Entry-Level career.
• Experience: Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Skills: Strong desire to build a sales career, mechanical interest, results-oriented, attention to detail, and good time management skills.
• Bonus: Internship or related work experience in a customer-facing role, proven leadership skills, or a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering Technology, or Communications.
