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Future Leaders Program – Management Trainee

EMCO Corporation

Surrey, CAN

Full-time

Intern

Onsite

$52,500

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Warehouse and inventory managementCustomer serviceProcurementAccount managementProactive sales and business developmentCustomer and vendor relationship building

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About EMCO

EMCO is a Canadian wholesale distributor of plumbing, HVAC, waterworks, and industrial products serving construction and infrastructure markets.

The company describes its workplace as guided by fairness, caring, trust, respect, listening, and straight talk.

About the Program

The Management Development Program is a hands-on, accelerated route for new graduates interested in supply chain, sales, business development, and entrepreneurship.

The four-phase program lasts 36–48 months and prepares participants to run a business and progress to Profit Centre Manager.

Trainees own projects, manage accounts, build customer relationships, and make business decisions with guidance from experienced leaders.

Program Rotations

Phase 1, Warehouse and Customer Service, lasts 12 months and covers shipping, receiving, inventory, product knowledge, vendor coordination, customer service, counter sales, pricing, credit, financial statements, and logistics.
Phase 2, Customer Relationships and Procurement, lasts 12 months and covers customer and vendor relationships, larger projects, complex orders, blueprint reading, material quotes, and solutions-focused service.
Phase 3, Account Management and Proactive Sales, lasts 15–18 months and covers new business, contract negotiation, key account growth, market presence, and strategic selling.
Phase 4, Leadership and Operations, lasts 3 months and covers team leadership, mentoring, strategy, performance goals, operations, profitability, and people management.

Potential Profit Centre Manager Scope

Grow sales, profitability, and market share; hire, train, coach, and lead a high-performing team.
Analyze financials and make strategic decisions; manage inventory, assets, marketing plans, and purchasing.
Build community and customer relationships and ensure service, safety, and operational excellence.

Who EMCO Is Seeking

Recent university or college graduates from any discipline.
Strong leadership, customer service, organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills.
Positive, results-driven mindset, strong work ethic, integrity, and willingness to learn.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team; interest in sales and business development.
Microsoft Office proficiency and a valid driver’s license.

Program Details

Program duration is 36–48 months, with a start date between September and December 2026.
The program may require relocation within Canada to complete training; relocation assistance is available.
Listed opportunities include locations in British Columbia, Alberta, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan.

Compensation

Salary range is $52,500 plus profit sharing.
The posting describes competitive compensation, full benefits, and profit sharing.

Program Features

The program offers mentorship, autonomy, opportunities to work with leadership, and relocation assistance when relocation is required.

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