Management Development Associate - General Management

LATICRETE International•Bethany, CT

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

LATICRETE International is looking for driven and passionate professionals to join our Management Development Program (MDP) — an accelerated, hands-on development experience designed to prepare future leaders for impactful careers within a global manufacturing organization. The 12–18 month rotational program is designed to develop future business leaders through a combination of business immersion, cross-functional experiences, strategic project work, and operational exposure across the organization. Participants will complete structured rotations throughout key business functions, including Technical Service, R&D, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Marketing, Sales, and other strategic areas as assigned, to develop a comprehensive understanding of how the organization operates and creates value for customers. Throughout the program, participants will gain exposure to all levels of the organization and interact directly with senior leadership. Each rotation includes defined objectives and meaningful project work designed to build the business acumen, leadership capabilities, and operational knowledge needed to understand and drive success across a complex global organization. Upon successful completion of the program, the associate will be eligible for opportunities within International Division based on performance, interests, skills, and most importantly, organizational needs.

Requirements

Master’s Degree (MBA, MIB, MA, or MS) in Business Administration, International Business, Management, Finance, Operations, and/or related field.
3+ years’ professional experience.
Must be willing and able to live in Connecticut
Fluent in Spanish or Chinese required.
Strong interest in leadership, business operations, strategy, and organizational growth.
Demonstrated leadership potential and a desire to be a leader within a dynamic and growing organization
Must be a self-starter with an entrepreneurial mindset who can work independently or collaboratively.
Must be comfortable spending time on the manufacturing floor to learn business operations.
Willingness to travel during business rotations as needed.

Responsibilities

Lead and contribute to high-impact projects that address real business challenges, drive operational excellence, and support organizational growth.
Tackle real-world business challenges across multiple departments to better understand how we operate through rotational assignments across key functions.
Complete structured rotations throughout key business functions, including Technical Service, R&D, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Marketing, Sales, and other strategic areas as assigned.
Gain exposure to all levels of the organization and interact directly with senior leadership.
Build the business acumen, leadership capabilities, and operational knowledge needed to understand and drive success across a complex global organization.