2027 Midwest Management Trainee - Multiple Locations

SRS Distribution Inc. • Wyoming, MI

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Management in Trainee (MIT) Program is a 9–12-month program based on individual progression that develops future leaders within SRS Distribution/Heritage. Participants receive hands-on exposure to the business, including warehouse operations, sales, finance, safety, supply chain, and human resources. Through on-the-job training, mentorship, and corporate development initiatives, trainees build the foundation to progress toward roles such as Assistant Branch Manager, Branch Manager, or Operations Manager.

The program provides experience managing a multi-million-dollar operation, learning from industry experts, networking with future leaders, and support from the Talent Management team. Training takes place at two branches, with close to 50% of the program completed at each location. Candidates must be willing to relocate for training and promotional opportunities within the United States.

The position is office-based at branch locations. The listed standardized base pay is $25.50 per hour; final pay may take job-related knowledge, skills, and experience into account. Benefits are subject to eligibility.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or be within two semesters of graduating with a bachelor’s degree; alternatively, at least two years of related work experience.
• Ability to relocate within the United States for training and promotional purposes.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Strong leadership qualities and a dedicated work ethic.
• History of success in roles requiring responsibility and accountability.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a team and contribute to collective goals.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Computer skills and strong strategic thinking, organization, and time-management capabilities.
• Self-motivated and self-driven, with an aptitude for hands-on learning.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Participate in hands-on training across warehouse operations, sales, finance, safety, supply chain, and human resources.
• Complete on-the-job training, mentorship, and corporate development initiatives.
• Develop skills and knowledge to progress toward Assistant Branch Manager, Branch Manager, or Operations Manager roles.
• Train at two branch locations, with close to 50% of the program completed 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 insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Company-paid life insurance
• Company-paid short-term disability
• Optional long-term disability
• Additional life insurance

What This Job Offers

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