Exciting Career Opportunity for Recent Graduates: Management Development Program Trainee 

Are you ready to launch your career with a leading national distributor? Do you want to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment that offers mentorship, hands-on experience, and endless growth opportunities? If so, EMCO Corporation is looking for talented, motivated individuals like you to join our Management Development Program (MDP) as full-time trainees! 

About EMCO Corporation: 

With 120 years of experience, EMCO Corporation is one of Canada’s largest wholesale distributors, providing essential plumbing, HVAC, waterworks, and industrial products to the construction industry. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality products and sustainable solutions to support residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects across the country. 

Our success is built on the passion and dedication of our team members. As part of the EMCO family, you’ll be empowered to think like an owner, make a real impact, and grow within an organization that values innovation and excellent customer service. 

Why EMCO is the Right Place for You: 

At EMCO, we believe in investing in your future. This program is designed to provide you with comprehensive training, mentorship, and opportunities to shape your career. Here’s what makes the MDP an exceptional experience: 

• Mentorship & Growth: Throughout the program, you will be paired with experienced managers who will guide and support you. You’ll learn directly from the best in the business and develop the skills to lead a team, grow a business, and manage operations. 

• Hands-On Experience: You’ll rotate through key departments, gaining valuable experience in everything from warehouse operations and customer service to sales, procurement, and leadership. This comprehensive exposure prepares you for a successful career in management. 

• Ongoing Training & Development: The program is designed to support your continuous learning and growth. We offer a culture of constant development where you can try new things, take on challenges, and expand your skill set. 

• Exciting Career Path: Upon completing the program, you’ll be ready to take on the role of a manager at one of our Profit Center locations. The sky's the limit when it comes to your career progression at EMCO! 

Base Salary - $52,500 + Profit Sharing

We are currently seeking new or recent graduates to join our Management Development Program. This is a full-time, salaried position with a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to earn profit sharing.

Please note that successful candidates to this position may be required to relocate within Canada to complete their training. Relocation assistance will be provided. We have opportunities available across the country!

The Role:

As a Management Trainee, you will progress through a 4 phased program to learn every aspect of how our business operates – from shipping and receiving, counter sales, operations management to employee development and more. You will get to know our customers by growing a sales territory of your own and providing world class customer service.  You will receive guidance, mentoring, and support from current managers and teammates within a region and across Canada to build a successful management career at EMCO.

Program Outline: Over the course of 3.5 to 4 years, you will move through four phases of the program.

Phase 1 (12 months): Warehouse and Customer service – Build your product knowledge and gain hands on experience with the logistical side of the business and learn how our products get from the vendor to the customer. You will also get involved in our customer service, counter sales, order management, inventory and pricing controls, credit management, financial statements, and more.

Phase 2 (12 months): Customer relationships and Procurement – Go from helping customers with various customer service issues to managing large-scale projects and problem solving. While building relationships with customers and vendors, and providing world class service, learn how to read blueprint drawings to create a quote of materials the customer will require to complete their project.

Phase 3 (15-18 months): Account Management and Proactive Sales – With a focus on business development, you will learn how to find new business opportunities, how to sell our products, negotiate contracts resulting in expanding the customer base of the business, and creating level 5 customer partnerships.

Phase 4 (3 months): Leadership and Operations – It is now your turn to provide a strategic vision, lead a team of your own, mentor others, and run the business by focusing on developing leadership competencies, supporting the team through coaching and mentoring, and setting vision and strategy.

Once you have completed the phases of training, you will be ready to take on the challenge of being a manager at one of our Canadian Profit Center locations.

• University degree or college diploma – all disciplines of study will be considered
• Positive attitude and results oriented mindset
• Desire to continuously learn and grow
• Excellent leadership, 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
• Strong interest in sales
• Valid driver’s license

Salary: $52,500

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, without regard to race, colour, creed, place of origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by the law. We welcome applications from all minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups, neurodiversity, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

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