2027 Midwest Management Trainee - Multiple Locations

SRS Distribution • Joliet, IL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Management Trainee (MIT) Program is a 9–12-month program, based on individual progression, designed to develop future leaders within SRS Distribution/Heritage. Trainees receive hands-on exposure to warehouse operations, sales, finance, safety, supply chain, and human resources through on-the-job training, mentorship, and corporate development initiatives. The program is intended to build the skills and knowledge needed to advance to roles such as Assistant Branch Manager, Branch Manager, or Operations Manager, and beyond.

Training takes place at two branches, with approximately half of the program completed at each location. Trainees must be willing to relocate for training and promotional opportunities within the United States. West MIT positions are described as office-based branch roles in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, and South Dakota. The posting also lists SRS Building Products in McKinney, Texas, as the job location.

The position offers a standardized base pay of $25.50 per hour. Final pay may take into account job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Employment offers are contingent on successful completion of a background check and drug screen, as permitted by law.

Requirements

• Have a bachelor's degree or be within two semesters of graduating with a bachelor's degree; alternatively, have more than two years of related work experience.
• Be able to relocate within the United States for training and promotional purposes.
• Possess a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Demonstrate leadership qualities and a dedicated work ethic.
• Have a history of success in roles requiring responsibility and accountability.
• Collaborate effectively within a team and contribute to collective goals.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Have computer skills and strong strategic-thinking, organizational, and time-management capabilities.
• Be self-motivated and self-driven, with an aptitude for learning in a hands-on role.

Nice To Haves

• A degree in Industrial Distribution, Supply Chain, Business Management, Construction Management, or a similar major is preferred.
• Experience in organizations, clubs, volunteer work, community service, athletics, or military service is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Complete hands-on training across warehouse operations, sales, finance, safety, supply chain, and human resources.
• Develop the skills and knowledge to progress toward Assistant Branch Manager, Branch Manager, or Operations Manager roles.
• Participate in on-the-job training, mentorship, and corporate development initiatives.
• Complete training at two branch locations, with approximately half of the program at each location.

Benefits

• Discretionary bonuses
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick, volunteer, holidays, birthday, and floating time
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability
• Optional long-term disability and additional life insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level