We are currently recruiting for a Distribution Trainee in Central Illinois (Peoria, Bloomington, Champaign, Decatur) for Automation. Successful Kirby Risk team members exhibit high levels of commitment, an outstanding work ethic, resourcefulness, willingness to give and receive feedback and an undeniable desire to learn. If you are ready to be rewarded for your hard work in developing these qualities, consider a career with Kirby Risk Electrical Supply.Your career with Kirby Risk begins with the KR Distribution Trainee program. This extensive development program will include a combination of coaching, exposure to key operations, sales support roles, and location/customer visits. After successful completion of the KR Distribution Trainee program you will be given the opportunity to fill a role within our Automation Team. The KR Distribution Trainee ProgramProgram focused on work life experiences, coaching and foundational educational coursesExtensive training on Kirby Risk distributed products through industry-based, self-guided product knowledge training, manufacturer training and plant toursComplete training on KR service capabilities through operations and logistics work life experiencesIntroduction to KR customers through sales and customer work life experiencesSkill building in cross functional (teams and markets) sales support roles, leading to success in meeting customer service and sales objectivesAdditional Project based work life experiencesOpportunity to gain valuable experience in various KR locationsExtensive coaching and use of an assessment-based feedback systemRequirements of a Distribution Trainee candidate:Residency in assigned base location city during the programWork in and travel to assigned KR locations during the programFour year degree in Engineering, Business, Sales/Marketing or Industrial Distribution preferred, completion of other degrees consideredMilitary experience considered in lieu of degreeProven pre-degree sales or customer service experienceHas a valid driver's licenseWhat’s the company culture like at Kirby Risk? A leader in Electrical Supply and Manufacturing, the roots of this continuously successful (since 1926) organization are reflected in its enduring Values and Principles; hard-working, engaged, caring people who treat one another and our customers with the utmost respect and approach their work with a sense of urgency. What are the benefits?Kirby Risk provides a complete benefits package, includingMedicalRXDentalVisionLifeEmployee Assistance ProgramsTuition ReimbursementOn-the-job training401K PlanProfit SharingPTO