Strategic Development Program Trainee
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What you'll do
- Progress through a 4 phased program to learn every aspect of the business from shipping and receiving, to sales, operations, purchasing, account management and everything in between.
- Phase 1 - Warehouse and Customer Service: A focus on warehousing procedures, shipping and receiving, and counter support for customer transactions.
- Phase 2 – Customer Relationships and Procurement: A focus on customer problem solving, relationship building with customers and vendors, and providing world class service.
- Phase 3 – Account Management and Proactive Sales: A focus on business development and sourcing sales, expanding the customer base of the business and creating strong customer partnerships.
- Phase 4 – Leadership and Operations: A focus on developing leadership competencies, supporting the team through coaching and mentoring, and setting vision and strategy.
What they're looking for
- College and/or University degree
- Positive attitude and results oriented mindset
- Desire to continuously learn and grow
- Excellent customer service and organizational skills
- Possess a strong work ethic and a high standard of integrity
- Ability to work well independently and in a team setting
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with customers, vendors, and teammates
- Proficient in Microsoft Office software
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Company Description
About EMCO Corporation
EMCO Corporation is one of Canada's leading construction wholesale distribution businesses, serving contractors and partners across the country. Backed by more than 115 years of experience, we combine the strength and stability of a national organization with the agility and entrepreneurial spirit of a growing business.
Our purpose is to help build stronger communities by delivering the products, expertise, and service that support critical systems in residential, commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects across Canada.
What makes EMCO Corporation different is our people and culture.
Our teammates are empowered to make decisions, develop customer relationships, drive growth, and shape the future of their business. We provide the tools, support, and mentorship needed to succeed, while encouraging initiative, accountability, and innovation.
Our culture is built on four core values:
- Fairness & Caring
- Trust & Respect
- Generous Listening
- Straight Talk
Diversity, Inclusion & Opportunity
EMCO Corporation is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where every teammate can succeed. We believe that diverse backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and ideas make us a stronger organization and better partner to our customers.
We actively encourage applications from women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, members of the LGBTQ2S+ community, and individuals from all backgrounds. We are particularly committed to increasing representation of women in leadership and throughout the construction wholesale industry by creating an environment where talent, performance, and potential drive opportunity.
Why Join EMCO Corporation?
Learn from experienced leaders and mentors!
Participate in industry-leading training and development programs.
Competitive salary, benefits, pension, and profit-sharing programs
Long-term career growth with one of Canada's most respected organizations
Team-oriented culture that supports work-life balance.
Job Description
As a Strategic Development Program Trainee, you will progress through a 4 phased program to learn every aspect of our business from shipping and receiving, to sales, operations, purchasing, account management and everything in between.
Additional duties will include:
Phase 1 -Warehouse and Customer Service
A focus on warehousing procedures, shipping and receiving, and counter support for customer transactions.
Phase 2 – Customer Relationships and Procurement
A focus on customer problem solving, relationship building with customers and vendors, and providing world class service.
Phase 3 – Account Management and Proactive Sales
A focus on business development and sourcing sales, expanding the customer base of the business and creating strong customer partnerships.
Phase 4 – Leadership and Operations
A focus on developing leadership competencies, supporting the team through coaching and mentoring, and setting vision and strategy.
Qualifications
- College and/or University degree
- Positive attitude and results oriented mindset
- Desire to continuously learn and grow
- Excellent customer service and organizational skills
- Possess a strong work ethic and a high standard of integrity
- Ability to work well independently and in a team setting
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with customers, vendors, and teammates
- Proficient in Microsoft Office software
Additional Information
Salary Range - 40,000 - 50,000
Plus profit sharing eligibility
EMCO is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a discrimination, harassment, and barrier free workplace where all employees can contribute to their fullest potential. EMCO is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplaces. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, colour, creed, place of origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by the law. We welcome applications from all minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups, neurodiversity, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
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