Warehouse Operations Management Trainee

About the Role

The Management in Training - Operations (MIT) Program is an entry-level, hands-on training program based in our distribution warehouse. It is a great for individuals seeking an introductory role that will lead to a long-term career in operations management. You will receive 6-months of guidance, support and resources to learn about the swimming pool supply, irrigation and landscape distribution industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive hands-on training and perform duties in every area of the distribution center including Operations, Management, and Purchasing.
• Observe experienced employees to acquire knowledge of methods, procedures, and standards of performance for a successful sales center.
• Shadow contractors/builders, service/maintenance, and retail store customers to learn their aspect of the swimming pool, irrigation and landscaping business.
• Participate in classroom training sessions (lecture, role play and computer lab) at the state-of-the-art EDGEucation Center in Plano, Texas. Topics to include operations, financials, leadership, human capital management and operating systems.
• Learn management viewpoints and company policies and procedures that affect each phase of business.
• Set and achieve performance goals and objectives with the MIT Programs Manager and Employee Development Manager.
• Give comprehensive presentation to senior level management for completion of the Operations MIT program at the end of the 6 month program.
• Other job duties and special operations projects as assigned.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Bachelor's degree or Associate’s degree in Industrial Distribution, Supply Chain Management, Management, Operations or other related discipline with a minimum of 2.5 GPA.
• Work experience in a leadership and/or problem solving role.
• In lieu of work experience, will consider 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-starter with the ability to lead and develop a team with rapidly changing priorities.
• Strong leadership skills are a must!
• Ability to learn quickly, make decisions and adapt to change and uncertainty.
• Ability to speak effectively to customers, employees and all levels of management.
• Possess and demonstrate a motivated, passionate, customer service driven attitude.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite with ability to learn inventory system and additional software.
• Willingness and ability to relocate during and after the program (at company expense) for career development opportunities.
• Ability to travel 25% of the time.
• Ability to maneuver heavy machinery, such as pallet jacks, forklifts, etc. and lift products up to 75 pounds.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or Associate’s degree in Industrial Distribution, Supply Chain Management, Management, Operations or other related discipline with a minimum of 2.5 GPA.
• Work experience in a leadership and/or problem solving role. In lieu of work experience, will consider 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-starter with the ability to lead and develop a team with rapidly changing priorities. Strong leadership skills are a must!
• Ability to learn quickly, make decisions and adapt to change and uncertainty.
• Ability to speak effectively to customers, employees and all levels of management.
• Possess and demonstrate a motivated, passionate, customer service driven attitude.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite with ability to learn inventory system and additional software.
• Willingness and ability to relocate during and after the program (at company expense) for career development opportunities.
• Ability to travel 25% of the time.
• Ability to maneuver heavy machinery, such as pallet jacks, forklifts, etc. and lift products up to 75 pounds.