Management Trainee Program

CED’s Management Training Program is a paid, multi-phase, full-time program tailored to sales-minded candidates who are 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.

Founded in 1957, Consolidated Electrical Distributors (CED) is a privately held, nationwide wholesale supplier of electrical and lighting products with over 800 locations. CED is also known locally under several names, including Gilman Electrical Supply in Maine, while remaining part of the nationwide Consolidated Electrical Distributors (CED) network.

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Management Trainees explore all aspects of the electrical distribution field with a focus on business management, sales, leadership, and entrepreneurship. Key competencies include:

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

Each trainee’s development is a combination of mentoring via on-the-job training and supplemented with classroom and online module training. Trainees will visit manufacturing partners, vendors, and participate in many training/networking opportunities.

While the position provides real on-the-job training, there is also online training related to electrical systems, sales, and management. No prior industry experience is necessary: we give you the tools needed to be successful with CED. The ideal candidate possesses outstanding communication skills, is geographically flexible, and thrives in a fast-paced, multi-faceted industry.

REPORTS TO: Training Manager

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• 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 of the training and will include warehouse, office, and external environments.
• During some segments, activities will 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.

BENEFITS:

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

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: NO

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

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

NOTE: Because positions may evolve due to the needs of the business, this job description may not list all essential functions and is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of all required activities, duties, or responsibilities. Other essential functions, duties, responsibilities, and activities may be assigned at any time, with or without notice.

CED is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability | Veteran

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $52,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Relocation within the New England region is a large part of this 2 -year program—you may have opportunities to relocate during the program, and it will be required upon completion to step into a management role. Would you be open to relocating?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Newport, ME 04953 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Benefits:

Salary : $52,000 - $65,000