Management Trainee Program

Job Description

About CED

CED (Consolidated Electrical Distributors) is a $9 billion+ privately held leader in electrical distribution. They offer a Management Trainee Program designed to develop future leaders within the company. CED emphasizes career growth, leadership development, and entrepreneurial autonomy.

Job Description: Management Trainee Program

This is a 2 to 2.5-year rotational program designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of CED’s business operations. Trainees rotate through various departments, gaining experience in warehouse logistics, financial forecasting, and customer sales strategy. The ultimate goal is to prepare trainees to lead their own CED location.

Key Responsibilities & Learning Opportunities:

• Business Operations: Gain hands-on experience in inventory control, purchasing, warehouse operations, and counter sales.
• Financial Acumen: Develop skills in forecasting, budgeting, accounts receivable, and accounts payable.
• Sales & Account Management: Learn to build lasting customer relationships and create effective customer solutions.
• Leadership & Strategy: Develop leadership skills through team development, market analysis, and decision-making authority.
• Hire and manage a team
• Build lasting customer relationships
• Develop inventory and sales strategies
• Drive your market’s growth

Program Highlights:

• Hands-on product trainings, sales workshops, and management strategy sessions
• Profit Sharing: Enjoy the rewards of your success as you grow with us.

Post-Program Responsibilities (as a CED Location Leader):

• Hire and manage a team
• Build lasting customer relationships
• Develop inventory and sales strategies
• Drive your market’s growth

Qualifications:

• Minimum Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree (any field)
• Willingness to relocate within Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Montana
• Self-starter attitude with entrepreneurial drive
• Strong work ethic and team leadership potential
• Valid U.S. driver’s license with acceptable driving record
• Authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Sales, retail, or customer service experience
• Leadership roles in school, sports, or work
• Microsoft Office proficiency
• Organizational and problem-solving skills

Compensation & Benefits:

• Compensation: $63,300 – $70,000 total annual package
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Disability and Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays
• HSA and Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Profit Sharing
• Professional Development Training

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Bachelor’s degree holders ready to build and lead
• Sales-minded, competitive go-getters
• People who love autonomy and decision-making
• Natural leaders with outstanding communication skills
• Flexible, eager-to-relocate professionals seeking a real career path

Locations: Multiple openings across Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Montana.

Start Date: Flexible, based on candidate availability.