2027 Managed Inventory Development Program

About the Role

The Wesco Managed Inventory Development Program is a twelve-month training program designed to prepare Associates for various opportunities within Wesco. Associates will gain knowledge of warehouse and operations, exposure to creative selling strategies, overall business acumen, project management skills, and product and industry knowledge. The program involves supporting and resolving customer issues, managing customer inventory, and expanding professional networks. Associates work under the supervision of a senior member of the Customer Materials Management Team and are paired with a peer mentor. Successful completion leads to a full-time position.

Key Responsibilities

• Provides support with project development from beginning to end.
• Provides on-site customer inventory data collection.
• Assists in digitization of customer data for sustainable end-to-end inventory management.
• Assists in defining project scope, goals, and deliverables to support business goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
• Assists in developing full-scale project plans and associated communications documents.
• Effectively communicates project updates and progression to manager.
• Aligns activities with corporate goals around safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Manages changes in project scope, identifies potential concerns, and devises contingency plans.
• Ensures actual inventory count and communicates with warehouse personnel.
• Supports e-commerce solutions.
• Obtains cross-functional knowledge of different Wesco systems that support business activities.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Microsoft Office Suite: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint, Power BI
• Project Management Skills
• Research Skills
• Ability to learn, understand, and apply new technologies
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks
• Ability to travel local and national/international 25+%
• 0-2 years of experience working in B2B industrial distribution
• 0-1 years of experience in a service, business, or sales-oriented role
• Ability to travel 25% - 50%

Qualifications

• Associates’ Degree (U.S.)/College Diploma (Canada); Bachelors Degree – Business, Supply Chain, Industrial Distribution preferred.
• Desire to build a career in Sales, Supply Chain, Operations, or Business.
• Knowledge of business and management principles, including strategic planning, resource allocation, and production methods.
• Ability to build effective business relationships with other functional areas to best support mutual objectives.
• Team player mindset with interpersonal, conflict management, and negotiation skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Internship in Sales, Supply Chain, Operations, or Business.

Working Environment

• General Office: Work is generally performed within an office environment with standard office equipment.
• Outside Sales: Work may involve travel to customer sites or warehouse facilities, potential for extended driving, and exposure to outdoor weather conditions.
• Warehouse: Work may involve exposure to warehouse environments, potential for noise, and requirement for protective clothing. Operations of heavy equipment and adherence to strict safety regulations may be required.

Physical Expectations

• Work is generally sedentary, but may require standing and walking for up to 10% of the time.
• Work may require excessive bending or stooping.

Compensation Details

• $24.04 - $26.45 Per Hour
• Compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, relevant education, experience, qualifications, skills, and shift.
• Eligible positions may include participation in a bonus or sales incentive plan.
• Certain sales roles may offer a commission structure.
• Benefits program for eligible employees may include paid time off, medical, dental, and vision coverage, and retirement savings plans.