Warehouse Operations Management Trainee (Pennsylvania)

SCP Distributors•Huntingdon Valley, PA

19d•Onsite

About The Position

POOLCORP’s Management in Training - Operations (MIT) Program is an entry-level, hands-on training program based at a distribution warehouse. Over six months, trainees receive guidance and resources to learn about the swimming pool supply, irrigation, and landscape distribution industry. Training is conducted on-site at SCP Distributors #656 in Huntingdon Valley, Pennsylvania, and includes work in distribution center operations, management, and purchasing; observation of experienced employees; customer and contractor shadowing; classroom sessions at the EDGEucation Center in Plano, Texas; and a presentation to senior management. After completing training in May, the trainee is required to relocate out of state, with company-provided assistance. Graduates may apply for available Operations Supervisor or Operations Manager roles nationwide. The role involves travel, physically handling products, and operating or maneuvering warehouse equipment. Compensation in Pennsylvania is $28.85 per hour on a full-time schedule, with possible relocation or cost-of-living adjustments.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or associate degree in Industrial Distribution, Supply Chain Management, Management, Operations, or a related discipline, with a minimum 2.5 GPA.
Work experience in a leadership and/or problem-solving role.
Desire and ability to work in a distribution warehouse environment.
Results-driven, self-starting approach and ability to lead and develop a team amid rapidly changing priorities.
Strong leadership skills.
Motivated, passionate, customer-service-driven attitude.
Willingness and ability to relocate during and after the program for career development opportunities; company assistance is provided.
Ability to travel 25% of the time.
Ability to maneuver heavy machinery such as pallet jacks and forklifts, and lift products up to 75 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in English and Spanish.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office and ability to learn an inventory system and additional software.
In lieu of work experience, involvement in distribution or supply chain internships, organizations or clubs, volunteer work or community service, athletics, or military leadership.

Responsibilities

Receive hands-on training and perform duties in all areas of the distribution center, including operations, management, and purchasing.
Observe experienced employees to learn methods, procedures, and performance standards for a successful sales center.
Shadow contractors, builders, service and maintenance customers, and retail store customers to learn about their businesses.
Participate in classroom training at the EDGEucation Center in Plano, Texas, covering operations, financials, leadership, human capital management, and operating systems.
Present a comprehensive program-completion presentation to senior-level management at the end of the six-month program.
Complete other assigned job duties and special operations projects.

Benefits

401(k) with company match.
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
Flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts.
Wellness programs.
Education reimbursement and fully funded tuition education programs.
Paid travel.
Employee stock and employee stock purchase plan.
Paid time off: 13 days, increasing with tenure.
Eight paid holidays.
Employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance.
Paid parental leave.
Bonus programs, including employee recognition and referrals, Summer Madness, and annual performance bonuses.
Employee discounts.
Employee assistance program.
Relocation assistance may be available.