Warehouse Operations Management Trainee (Louisiana)

SCP Distributors•Shreveport, LA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

POOLCORP’s 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 starts on-site in January 2027 at one of the listed Louisiana locations. After completing training in May, trainees must relocate out of state with company-provided assistance. Training includes warehouse experience, shadowing employees and customers, classroom sessions in Plano, Texas, and a presentation to senior-level management. Program graduates are eligible to apply for available Operations Supervisor or Operations Manager roles nationwide. The position requires travel, relocation flexibility, and the ability to work in a warehouse environment, including handling machinery and lifting products. The role is described as safety-sensitive. The listed hourly compensation applies to specified states and may be supplemented by 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, or relevant 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.
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 assistance is provided by the company.
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 and maintenance customers, and retail store customers to learn about their businesses.
Participate in classroom training sessions, including lectures, role play, and computer lab activities, at the EDGEucation Center in Plano, Texas.
Complete training on 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.