Warehouse Operations Management Trainee (Washington)

SCP Distributors•Auburn, WA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Management in Training – Operations (MIT) Program is an entry-level, hands-on training program based in a distribution warehouse. Over six months, trainees receive guidance, support, and resources to learn the swimming pool supply, irrigation, and landscape distribution industry. Training begins on-site in January at the Auburn, Washington location. After completing training in May, trainees are required to relocate out of state, with company-provided assistance. Graduates may apply for available Operations Supervisor or Operations Manager roles nationwide. The program includes hands-on work in all areas of the distribution center, shadowing experienced employees and customers, classroom sessions at the EDGEucation Center in Plano, Texas, and a final presentation to senior-level management. The role also includes travel, physical warehouse work, and other duties or special operations projects as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Associate’s degree in Industrial Distribution, Supply Chain Management, Management, Operations, or another related discipline, with a minimum 2.5 GPA.
Work experience in a leadership and/or problem-solving role; qualifying internships, organizations/clubs, volunteer or community service, athletics, or military leadership may be considered in lieu of work experience.
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; relocation is at company expense.
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 the inventory system and additional software.

Responsibilities

Receive hands-on training and perform duties in every area 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/maintenance, and retail store customers to learn their roles in the swimming pool, irrigation, and landscaping business.
Participate in classroom training sessions covering operations, financials, leadership, human capital management, and operating systems.
Give a comprehensive presentation to senior-level management at the end of the six-month program.
Perform other job duties and special operations projects as assigned.