Sonepar Training for Emerging Professionals Program (STEP) – Rotational Program

Job Description

STEP Associate (Sales Rotational Program) – Council Bluffs, IA | Echo Electric

The Tone:
This is a 12-month full-time rotational program for emerging professionals at Echo Electric, located in Council Bluffs, IA. Echo Electric, a brand owned by Sonepar, is a leader in electrical distribution, generating over $1.2 billion in sales across a broad regional footprint. As part of Sonepar, the worldwide leader in electrical distribution, the company offers excellent benefits and develops innovative solutions while maintaining strong local roots and a close-knit culture. This program is designed to educate, train, and develop skills in emerging professionals, helping to establish their careers through hands-on experience in every aspect of the business, all while empowering associates to contribute to success by adopting an adapt, dare, learn mindset.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship / Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person Council Bluffs, IA

• Mission: Educate, train, and develop skills in emerging professionals to establish their career through comprehensive business exposure.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Warehouse/Logistics: Gain direct hands-on experience in warehouse operations and logistics, understanding the entire supply chain within electrical distribution.
• Inside Sales/Counter: Develop skills in inside sales and counter operations, focusing on customer interaction, product knowledge, and order fulfillment processes.
• Projects & Quotations: Learn and apply processes related to project management and the generation of accurate quotations for customer solutions.
• Marketing/Digital Solutions/E-Commerce: Understand marketing strategies, digital solutions, and E-Commerce operations to enhance market reach and customer engagement.
• Outside Sales/Specialty Track: Experience outside sales activities and specialized product tracks, including client relationship building and driving business growth.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level position requiring a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Sales, Marketing, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum GPA of 3.0 required.
• Skills: Excellent communication, strong analytical, strong problem-solving, effective time management, and demonstrated leadership skills.