Accelerated Management Program Associate - Operations

Daikin•Phoenix, AZ

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

Daikin is seeking students for its Accelerated Management Program (AMP), a twelve-month program designed to provide hands-on experience and explore various facets of the company. The program has two focuses: Branch Operations and Outside Sales. The Operational Focus includes roles in Counter Sales, Warehouse, and Inside/Showroom Sales, aiming to develop leadership skills, product knowledge, and customer relationship management. The Outside Sales Focus involves business development, prospecting, managing customer priorities, and learning sales functions for existing and prospective customers. The program includes a training visit to the corporate location in Houston, TX. Participants will work from the ground up, gaining practical experience in a strong and expanding industry with opportunities for growth.

Requirements

Must graduate December 2026 - May 2027.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to motivate and manage teams effectively.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to make informed and timely decisions.
Efficient time management and ability to prioritize tasks.
Effective negotiation skills to manage contracts, partnerships, and conflict resolution.
Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships with team members, stakeholders, and clients.
Ability to adapt to changing environments and handle unexpected challenges.
Familiarity with business software such as Microsoft Office Suite, project management tools, and ERP systems.
Ability to understand and manage budgets, financial statements, and cost analysis.
Understanding customer needs and ensuring satisfaction.
Bachelor’s degree in Management, Marketing, Sales, Entrepreneurial Studies (or similar).
Must have at least a 3.0 GPA (overall and major).
Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations.
Must have long term flexibility in location within the region (but national opportunities may be available as well) and be willing to relocate for career opportunity upon completion of program.
Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States.
Qualified applicants will not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.

Nice To Haves

No Physical Requirements / Work Environment

Responsibilities

Work face-to-face with customers while gaining product knowledge and learning our systems and processes.
Gain hands-on experience with our products, including shipping and receiving materials.
Further develop the daily skills needed to become a successful Branch leader, while building relationships with our customers and sales force.
Develop leadership skills.
Provide accurate pricing and inventory information.
Develop and maintain relationships.
Help drive business development and prospecting.
Manage customer priorities, learning the importance of meeting customer demand for quick response times, on-site solutions, and on-time complete delivery.
Learn to manage all sales functions for existing and prospective customers.
Network and build relationships with corporate leaders and other support teams during Houston training.
Focus on new business development.
Meet sales goals.
Build relationships with key stakeholders.