Student - Branch Operations Rotation in Coquitlam

About Us:

With over 60 years of industry experience, Gescan has 29 branches located across Western Canada. At Gescan, we leverage our strong global resource base, our local expertise, and our family-oriented values to deliver the best service to our customers and suppliers.

We are a proud member of the Sonepar Group, the world's largest privately-held electrical distributor. The Sonepar Group is present in more than 40 countries with over 45,000 employees. In Canada, we are represented by 6 locally managed electrical and industrial distributors and have over 110 locations with coverage in 9 provinces.

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What’s In It For You?

You will be joining a market leader with over 40 years of experience to help you elevate your potential.

You will be working for the world's #1 privately held business to business distributor of electrical products and related solutions.

A chance to get involved in the forever growing electrical industry.

We house the largest inventory to better service our customers and deliver on sales commitments.

An opportunity for career development across many business departments within our organization.

Scope of the Position

This position provides early-career talent with hands-on exposure to branch operations through a structured rotational program and job shadowing across key functional areas. The Student Rotational Associate will support daily branch activities while actively learning how different departments collaborate to deliver customer service, manage inventory, and support sales efforts.

The role emphasizes practical learning, guided participation, and mentorship under the supervision of experienced branch team members, with a focus on building foundational knowledge across branch operations.

Major Responsibilities

• Rotate through multiple branch roles, including Customer Service, Inside Sales, Shipping/Receiving, and Warehouse Operations
• Actively support customer service activities, including order placement and product pickup, while learning best practices for customer interaction
• Assist with the order fulfillment process, including order entry, picking, and documentation, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Learn to identify customer needs by supporting team members with product recommendations and alternatives
• Collaborate with Sales and Branch teams by sharing customer feedback, questions, and insights gathered during rotations
• Support inventory handling and storage processes to gain exposure to supply chain and warehouse operations
• Assist with overflow sales calls and administrative tasks under supervision
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment while following branch safety standards
• Participate in structured learning activities, mentorship sessions, and rotational assignments
• Perform other duties as assigned to support development and business needs

Requirements

• Enrollment in or recent completion of a post-secondary program (diploma or degree)
• High School Diploma required
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)
• Up to 1 year of related work, co-op, or internship experience preferred
• Exposure to customer service, sales, warehouse, or inventory environments is an asset
• Experience with inventory or ERP systems is considered an advantage but not required

Program Structure & Support

• Structured onboarding and training plan provided at the start of the role
• Rotational schedule across key departments to build well-rounded experience
• Ongoing mentorship and guidance from experienced team members
• Regular check-ins and feedback to support learning and development

Timeline / Duration

• Duration: 4-month, 8-month, or summer term
• Schedule: Based on business needs and academic availability

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods within a warehouse/branch environment
• Ability to lift and move materials (up to 30–50 lbs) with appropriate equipment
• Comfortable working in a warehouse setting with safety protocols and equipment
• Must wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) as needed

What Success Looks Like

• Demonstrates a strong learning mindset and curiosity across all rotations
• Takes initiative and shows proactive engagement in day-to-day tasks
• Builds positive working relationships across teams and functions
• Shows adaptability in a fast-paced, multi-functional environment
• Applies feedback to continuously improve performance
• Gains foundational knowledge of branch operations, customer service, and inventory processes

Please note that, whilst not expected, the company may pay at a rate outside of the range for this role where appropriate. Actual compensation commensurate with the candidate’s experience, education, internal parity, role complexity, role level, and other relevant factors. The advertised salary range relates to British Columbia and is provided in accordance with the BC Pay Transparency Act. We recognize however that salaries are often driven by market forces in the local area where a candidate is based and accordingly the salary range may not apply outside of British Columbia.

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Sonepar places the planet and diversity and inclusion at the core of its vision driving our business ethos.

Today, Sonepar is the leading distributor of energy-efficient products, pioneering the energy transition and making sustainability a priority. At Sonepar, we firmly believe that every action is crucial in safeguarding the environment, driving our commitment to a more sustainable future. We have accelerated our own transition to efficient generation and use of electrical energy across our business and champion the innovation of sustainable solutions in the market.

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Sonepar has been recognized as a Diversity Leader by the Financial Times’ 2024 Diversity Leaders ranking and was awarded GEEIS Certification in 2022. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, welcoming submissions from all candidates. We believe in creating a work environment where everyone can feel safe, use their voice, and know that they belong. Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) is a central focus of our global, strategic impact plan. We value diversity and inclusion in the workplace because it allows us to better meet the needs of the communities we serve. It helps us foster greater creativity, breadth of experience, and it’s essential to our success as an organization. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, ethnic or national origin, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, neurodiversity, disability status, gender identity, veteran status or any other aspect which makes them unique are encouraged to apply.

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Next steps:

We are interested in knowing more about you. Start an exciting new career and enjoy a number of benefits by applying online. While we are very grateful for your interest in joining the team, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.