2027 Midwest Management Trainee - Multiple Locations
About The Position
The Management Trainee 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 all facets of the business, including warehouse operations, sales, finance, safety, supply chain, and human resources. Through on-the-job training, mentorship, and corporate development initiatives, participants build the skills and knowledge to advance toward roles such as Assistant Branch Manager, Branch Manager, or Operations Manager. The role is office-based at branch locations in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, and South Dakota. Training takes place at two branches, with close to 50% of the program completed at each location. The position offers standardized base pay of $25.50 per hour; final pay may reflect job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The employer also describes competitive weekly or bi-weekly pay and discretionary bonuses.
Requirements
- Must have a bachelor’s degree or be within two semesters of graduating with a bachelor’s degree; alternatively, have 2 or more 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.
- Demonstrated 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, strategic thinking, organization, and time-management capabilities.
- 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
- Gain hands-on experience in warehouse operations, sales, finance, safety, supply chain, and human resources.
- Participate in on-the-job training, mentorship, and corporate development initiatives.
- Develop the skills to manage a multi-million-dollar operation and advance toward Assistant Branch Manager, Branch Manager, or Operations Manager roles.
- Complete training at two branch locations and be willing to relocate for training and promotions.
Benefits
- 401(k) with company match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Paid time off, including vacation, sick, volunteer, holidays, birthday, and floating days
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Flexible spending accounts
- Company-paid life insurance
- Company-paid short-term disability
- Optional long-term disability
- Additional life insurance
- Discretionary bonuses
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
