Warehouse Operations Management Trainee (Oregon)

SCP Distributors • Portland, OR

8d • 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 about the swimming pool supply, irrigation, and landscape distribution industry. Training begins on-site in Clackamas, Oregon, in January 2027. After completing training in May, trainees must relocate out of state, with company-provided assistance. Graduates are eligible to apply for available Operations Supervisor or Operations Manager positions nationwide.

The program combines practical distribution-center experience with customer and industry exposure, classroom instruction at the EDGEucation Center in Plano, Texas, and a final presentation to senior-level management. The role is safety-sensitive and involves warehouse work, travel, and handling heavy machinery and products.

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, or qualifying involvement in distribution or supply chain internships, organizations/clubs, volunteer work/community service, athletics, or military leadership.
• Desire and ability to work in a distribution warehouse environment.
• Be results-driven and self-starting, with the 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 the Microsoft Office suite and ability to learn an 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 about their roles in the swimming pool, irrigation, and landscaping business.
• Participate in classroom training sessions, including lecture, role play, and computer lab activities, at the EDGEucation Center in Plano, Texas.
• Complete training in 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.
• Complete other job duties and special operations projects as assigned.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match
• Health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision care
• Wellness program
• Education reimbursement
• Paid travel
• Employee stock
• Paid time off
• Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance
• Prescription drug coverage
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Employee assistance program
• Relocation assistance or cost-of-living adjustments may be available

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree