Accelerated Management Program Associate

About the Role

Daikin is seeking candidates for its Cherry Hill, NJ branch for the Accelerated Management Program (AMP) with an interest in the Sales side of the business. The program is twelve months long and provides hands-on experience from the ground up, allowing exploration of company facets that fit personal skills and interests.

Accelerated Management Program Focuses

• Branch Operations

• Counter Sales: Work face-to-face with customers, gaining product knowledge and learning systems/processes.

• Warehouse: Gain hands-on experience with products, including shipping and receiving.

• Inside/Showroom Sales: Develop daily skills for successful branch leadership, building relationships with customers and the sales force.

• Other aspects include developing leadership skills, providing accurate pricing and inventory information, and developing/maintaining relationships.

• Outside Sales Track

• Help drive business development and prospecting.

• Fast-track training into outside sales with an actual territory in designated markets.

• Managing Customer Priorities: Learn the importance of meeting customer demand for quick response times, on-site solutions, and on-time complete delivery.

• Focus time on learning how to manage all sales functions for existing and prospective customers.

• Houston Training: Visit the corporate location in Houston, TX to network and build relationships with corporate leaders and support teams.

• Other aspects include a focus on new business development, meeting sales goals, and building relationships with key stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Work hands-on from the ground up within the Accelerated Management Program.
• Explore facets of the company that align with personal skills and interests.
• Develop leadership skills.
• Provide accurate pricing and inventory information.
• Develop and maintain relationships.
• Drive business development and prospecting (Outside Sales Track).
• Manage customer priorities and sales functions for existing and prospective customers (Outside Sales Track).
• Meet sales goals (Outside Sales Track).
• Build relationships with key stakeholders (Outside Sales Track).

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Leadership: Ability to motivate and manage teams effectively.
• Analytical Thinking: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Decision Making: Ability to make informed and timely decisions.
• Time Management: Efficient time management and ability to prioritize tasks.
• Negotiation: Effective negotiation skills to manage contracts, partnerships, and conflict resolution.
• Interpersonal Skills: Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships with team members, stakeholders, and clients.
• Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changing environments and handle unexpected challenges.
• Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with business software such as Microsoft Office Suite, project management tools, and ERP systems.
• Financial Acumen: Ability to understand and manage budgets, financial statements, and cost analysis.
• Customer Focus: Understanding customer needs and ensuring satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Management, Marketing, Sales, Entrepreneurial Studies (or similar).
• GPA: Must have at least a 3.0 GPA (overall and major).
• Graduation: Must graduate December 2026 - May 2027.
• Location Flexibility: Must have long-term flexibility in location within the region, and be willing to relocate for career opportunity upon completion of the program. National opportunities may be available.

Reporting & Compensation

• Reports To: Manager, Branch
• Payrate: $27.79 to $33.00 hourly