Accelerated Management Program Associate - Operations
About The Position
Daikin is seeking students for its Accelerated Management Program (AMP) with a focus on Operations at its San Antonio, TX branch. This twelve-month program offers hands-on experience from the ground up, allowing participants to explore various facets of the company. The Operational Focus includes roles such as Counter Sales, Warehouse, and Inside/Showroom Sales, with an emphasis on developing leadership skills, providing accurate pricing and inventory information, and building relationships. The program aims to equip participants with the tools needed for success within Daikin, a leader in the HVAC industry known for its innovation and commitment to employee growth through training, mentorship, and opportunity.
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)
- Possesses a broad theoretical job knowledge typically obtained through advanced education
- Has no discretion to deviate from established procedures by performing structured work assignments
- Work is closely supervised
- Problems faced are not typically difficult nor complex
- Explains facts, policies and practices related to job area
- 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
Responsibilities
- Work face-to-face with customers while gaining product knowledge and learning our systems and processes
- 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
- Developing leadership skills
- Providing accurate pricing and inventory information
- Developing and maintaining relationships
- Help drive business development and prospecting
- Managing Customer priorities: Learn the importance of meeting the customer’s demand for quick response times, on-site solutions, and on-time complete delivery
- Manage all sales functions for existing and prospective customers
- Visit our corporate location in Houston, TX to network and build relationships with corporate leaders and other support teams
- Focus on new business development, meeting sales goals, and building relationships with key stakeholders
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
