Management Trainee, Sales & Distribution – Industrial Components

Job Description

Sales and Management Trainee – COMET | Applied Industrial Technologies

The Tone:
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, serving MRO and OEM end users in virtually all industrial markets. This full-time role, located in various service center locations across the company, offers an award-winning, fast-track training program. The COMET program is designed for individuals seeking a challenging career in the sales and distribution of industrial components, fostering growth from the ground up. Employees at Applied believe in the company and its environment, and it encourages individual contributors with fresh ideas and a passion for excellence.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person

• Mission: To complete an exclusive, award-winning, fast-track training program (COMET) to develop foundational knowledge and skills for a challenging career in the sales and distribution of industrial components, ultimately preparing for leadership and sales professional roles within Applied Industrial Technologies.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Program Engagement: Actively participate in a 10-month personalized training and coaching program, receiving guidance from experienced managers and peers who often started in the same role.
• Skill Acquisition: Gain comprehensive product knowledge and develop crucial soft skills in sales, communications, and customer service through diverse learning methods.
• Operational Understanding: Be introduced to and learn about sales and operations processes, core company technology, and a robust culture valuing customer satisfaction and individual/team contributions.
• Career Development: Progress through the COMET program to build the foundation for future sales professional, local manager, national account manager, regional manager, or vice president positions.
• Diverse Learning: Utilize a variety of training modalities, including one-on-one sessions, small group activities, web-based courses, and hands-on, on-the-job experiences.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree required for this entry-level sales and management trainee role, focused on industrial components distribution.
• Experience: Hold a valid driver’s license and maintain a clean driving record, essential for potential travel in a customer-facing environment.
• Skills: Demonstrate results-oriented thinking, keen attention to detail, and effective time management abilities crucial for success in a demanding training program.
• Bonus: Preferred qualifications include internship or related work experience in a customer-facing capacity, proven leadership skills, and a Bachelor’s degree specifically in Business, Engineering Technology, or Communications. A mechanical interest and a strong desire to build a sales career are also highly valued characteristics for this role.