Manager Trainee Program (Greater Chicago Area)

Manager Trainee Program

Catalyst Corporation | Oak Brook, IL | Full-Time | Entry-Level | Sales | Paid Training | Leadership Development

About the Opportunity

Catalyst Corporation is currently hiring motivated individuals to join our Manager Trainee Program in Oak Brook, IL .

This full-time, hands-on development program is designed for individuals interested in building experience in sales, customer engagement, business development, leadership, and management .

Manager Trainees begin by working directly with customers inside established retail locations while supporting a variety of client campaigns. You’ll learn the fundamentals of customer acquisition, sales, brand representation, and relationship building before developing additional skills in training, coaching, team leadership, and daily operations .

No previous management experience is required. Catalyst Corporation provides paid training, ongoing mentorship, and continued professional development throughout the program.

What You’ll Do

• Represent client brands directly inside established retail locations
• Engage face-to-face with customers to identify their needs and interests
• Introduce and explain client products, services, and current promotions
• Assist customers throughout the sales and enrollment process
• Develop effective sales, communication, and customer acquisition techniques
• Work toward individual and team performance goals
• Support the daily execution of various client campaigns
• Maintain strong knowledge of client products, services, and campaign objectives
• Participate in ongoing sales, product, and leadership training
• Develop skills in coaching, team development, and performance management
• Assist with training and supporting newer team members as you progress
• Work alongside leadership to gain exposure to campaign and team operations
• Take on additional leadership responsibilities based on performance and development

What We’re Looking For

Previous experience in sales, customer service, retail, or leadership is a plus, but not required .

Ideal candidates will have:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A positive and professional attitude
• Goal-oriented and self-motivated mindset
• Confidence interacting directly with customers
• Willingness to learn, accept coaching, and develop new skills
• Strong organization and time-management abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Interest in sales, business development, leadership, or management
• Desire to take on increasing responsibility over time
• Reliable transportation and ability to commute to Oak Brook and surrounding retail locations

Training & Development

Manager Trainees receive hands-on development in areas including:

• Sales and customer acquisition
• Customer engagement and relationship building
• Client product and service knowledge
• In-store campaign execution
• Sales strategy and performance
• Team training and development
• Coaching and leadership
• Performance management
• Business development
• Daily team and campaign operations

What We Offer

• Paid, hands-on training
• Experience supporting a variety of client campaigns
• Ongoing coaching and mentorship
• Sales and business development experience
• Leadership and management development
• Performance-based recognition and incentives
• Opportunities to take on additional responsibilities
• Advancement opportunities based on performance and development
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment

At Catalyst Corporation , we believe in developing talent from within and providing team members with opportunities to strengthen their skills, gain leadership experience, and take on greater responsibility as they progress.

This is a full-time, in-person position supporting client campaigns directly inside retail locations throughout the Oak Brook, IL area . This is not a remote or hybrid opportunity.

Apply today with an updated resume for immediate consideration!