2027 Northeast Management Trainee - Multiple Locations

SRS Distribution Inc. • Riverhead, NY

4d • Onsite

About The Position

SRS Distribution/Heritage’s 9–12-month Management Trainee (MIT) Program is designed to develop future leaders in the building, landscape, and pool distribution industry. The program is based on each participant’s individual progression and provides hands-on exposure to warehouse operations, sales, finance, safety, supply chain, and human resources through on-the-job training, mentorship, and corporate development initiatives. Participants train in two branches, with approximately half of the program completed at each location, and may be promoted into roles such as Assistant Branch Manager, Branch Manager, or Operations Manager. The program aims to prepare participants to manage a multi-million-dollar operation and advance their careers.

Requirements

• Have a bachelor’s degree or be within two semesters of graduating with a bachelor’s degree; alternatively, have at least 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.
• Show a history of success in roles involving responsibility and accountability.
• Collaborate effectively as part of a team and contribute to collective goals.
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Have computer skills and strong strategic thinking, organization, and time-management capabilities.
• Be self-motivated, self-driven, and able to learn 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

• 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.
• Train at two branch locations, with close to half of the program completed at each location.
• Develop the skills and knowledge needed to advance toward Assistant Branch Manager, Branch Manager, or Operations Manager roles.

Benefits

• Competitive weekly or bi-weekly pay
• Discretionary bonuses
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick, volunteer, holiday, 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