Management Trainee

Job Description

Management Trainee | Cintas

The Tone:
This is a full-time management trainee program at Cintas, offered across various regional locations. Cintas is a Fortune 500 company dedicated to helping over a million businesses confidently operate daily by providing products and services that ensure their facilities and employees are clean, safe, and professional. This well-structured program is designed to kickstart a professional career, developing leadership skills and providing hands-on experience across various business operations to prepare for career advancement within the company.

The TL;DR
• Role: Management Trainee Program
• Type: Full Time
• Location: Various regional locations
• Pay: $73200 yearly
• Team: Part of a rotational program working across Outside Sales, Production/Warehouse, Office, and Service Management teams.
• Mission: Develop leadership skills and gain hands-on experience in business operations to prepare for career advancement within Cintas.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Immerse: Rotate through various departments including Outside Sales, Production/Warehouse Management, Office Management, and Service Management, gaining in-depth knowledge of the business from a leadership viewpoint.
• Sell: Engage in outside sales activities to promote Cintas products and services, fostering new customer relationships and building existing ones.
• Serve: Provide exceptional customer service by promptly addressing customer inquiries, resolving issues, and ensuring satisfaction.
• Analyze: Analyze sales data and contribute to data-driven discussions, assisting experienced managers in making informed business decisions.
• Collaborate: Work closely with key leaders on diverse projects focused on improving sales management strategies and enhancing operational efficiency across the business.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Obtain a Bachelor’s degree within six months, preparing for an entry-level leadership development role within business operations.
• Experience: No prior professional experience is explicitly required, though co-op or internship experience in customer service, sales, production, or administrative roles is preferred. Candidates must also meet all Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements for driving a regulated vehicle weighing more than 10,000 lbs.
• Skills: Possess an active driver’s license, be at least 21 years of age, obtain a DOT medical certification, and provide documentation regarding previous employment to comply with DOT regulations.
• Bonus: Preferred qualifications include a business or related academic major, demonstrated leadership or management roles in campus or extracurricular activities, and a willingness to relocate regionally during or after the program.