Strategic Development Program Trainee

With over 120 years of experience, EMCO Corporation is a leading national wholesale distributor of plumbing, HVAC, waterworks, and industrial products to the construction industry. We provide quality and cutting-edge products that help support residential, commercial and infrastructure initiatives across Canada. 

At EMCO Corporation, we are committed to providing sustainable solutions to our customers and communities in which we live and serve. Our talented and passionate team members are the key to our success. We empower our team members to act like owners and make a difference within our business through striving for innovation and providing excellence in customer service. 

We offer a fun, fast-paced and dynamic workplace. We work as a team, share core values, and support each other’s growth and development. As our teammate, you will have the opportunity to continually develop your skills through ongoing training, have the opportunity to be innovative and try new things, and work alongside passionate colleagues with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are a team of enthusiastic individuals who are dedicated to meeting and exceeding the needs of the customers we serve. 

Why Join Our Team? 

EMCO Corporation is one of Canada’s largest integrated wholesale distributors of plumbing, HVAC, waterworks, and industrial products for the construction industry. We have endless opportunities for you to grow and develop in your career and a culture that prides itself in supporting you every step of the way! 

In addition, we will offer you: 

• Great mentors and on-the-job training
• Growth potential with competitive salary, benefits, and profit sharing 
• A career with a solid, stable company with strong core values 
• Participation in our pension plan with employer contributions 
• Work-life balance and flex time 

Job Description

As a Strategic Development Program Trainee, you will progress through a 4 phased program to learn every aspect of our business from shipping and receiving, to sales, operations, purchasing, account management and everything in between. 

Additional duties will include: 

Phase 1 -Warehouse and Customer Service

•  A focus on warehousing procedures, shipping and receiving, and counter support for customer transactions.

Phase 2 – Customer Relationships and Procurement 

• A focus on customer problem solving, relationship building with customers and vendors, and providing world class service.

Phase 3 – Account Management and Proactive Sales

• A focus on business development and sourcing sales, expanding the customer base of the business and creating strong customer partnerships.

Phase 4 – Leadership and Operations 

• A focus on developing leadership competencies, supporting the team through coaching and mentoring, and setting vision and strategy. 

Qualifications

• College and/or University degree
• Positive attitude and results oriented mindset
• Desire to continuously learn and grow
• Excellent customer service and organizational skills
• Possess a strong work ethic and a high standard of integrity
• Ability to work well independently and in a team setting
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with customers, vendors, and teammates
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software

Additional Information

Salary Range - 

EMCO is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a discrimination, harassment, and barrier free workplace where all employees can contribute to their fullest potential. EMCO is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplaces. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual

qualifications

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