Management Trainee Program

About the Role

CED’s Management Training Program is a paid, multi-phase, full-time program tailored to sales-minded candidates eager to grow into management positions in a fast-paced, evolving industry. This in-person program teaches every aspect of our business, preparing the candidate to run their own business location within the New England area. Management Trainees explore all aspects of the electrical distribution field with a focus on business management, sales, leadership, and entrepreneurship.

Key Responsibilities

• Learning all aspects of the CED business
• Attending classes in various locations
• Communicating – both written and spoken – in English

Program Competencies

• Business Management
• Sales
• Operations
• Leadership
• Electrical Supply Knowledge
• Warehouse & Business Operations
• Supplier Product Seminars
• Counter Sales
• Inventory Control
• Purchasing
• Customer Relations

Training & Development

• Mentoring via on-the-job training
• Supplemented with classroom and online module training
• Visits to manufacturing partners and vendors
• Participation in training/networking opportunities
• Online training related to electrical systems, sales, and management

Requirements & Tech Stack

No prior industry experience is necessary.

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Bachelor’s Degree - will consider related experience in lieu of degree
• Current, valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record
• Authorization to work in the United States (without requiring work authorization sponsorship by CED now or in the future)
• Ability and willingness to relocate during and upon completion of the program

Preferred Qualifications

• Sales or customer service experience

Additional Competencies

• Leadership Skills
• Self-Motivated
• Competitive
• Team Oriented
• Entrepreneurial Spirit
• Exceptional Interpersonal & Communication Skills
• Effective Problem-Solving Skills

Working Conditions

• Conditions vary based on the trainee’s current segment and will include warehouse, office, and external environments.
• Activities may include lifting, sorting, standing, and possible extreme heat/cold conditions.
• Office segments may include sitting for extended periods.
• Various segments will include some travel – both by car and by air.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• NO

Benefits

• Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision Care for full-time positions
• 401(k)
• Paid Vacation
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and matching