Management Trainee Program

Launch Your Sales Leadership Career with CED! Location Starting location Portland, OR. Multiple openings across Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and Montana. Start Date Flexible, based on candidate availability. Job Type Full-Time | Monday–Friday | Day Shift | 45hrs. Why Build Your Career at CED? Career Growth & Leadership Development - Own your path to running a multi-million dollar business. Entrepreneurial Autonomy - Make real business decisions that drive results. Profit Sharing - Enjoy the rewards of your success as you grow with us. CED’s Management Trainee Program is not your average “sit-and-watch” development track. Over the course of 2 to 2.5 years, you’ll rotate through every critical part of our business, from warehouse logistics to financial forecasting to customer sales strategy. At the end of the program, you’ll be prepared to lead your own CED location where you’ll: Hire and manage a team Build lasting customer relationships Develop inventory and sales strategies Drive your market’s growth with the full support and resources of a privately held leader in electrical distribution What Will You Learn? Business Operations: Inventory control, purchasing, warehouse and counter sales Financial Acumen: Forecasting, budgeting, accounts receivable and payable Sales & Account Management: Building relationships and creating customer solutions Leadership & Strategy: Team development, market analysis, decision‑making authority You’ll also attend hands‑on product training, sales workshops, and management strategy sessions to round out your skills. Who Thrives Here? This is not a desk job - it’s a career launchpad for future business managers. Sales‑minded, competitive go‑getters People who love autonomy and decision‑making Natural leaders with outstanding communication skills Flexible, eager‑to‑relocate professionals seeking a real career path Bachelor’s degree (any field - we’ll train you on the rest) Willingness to relocate within the Pacific Northwest once during the program and again upon completing training A self‑starter attitude with entrepreneurial drive Strong work ethic and team leadership potential Valid U.S. driver’s license with acceptable driving record Authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship Preferred Qualifications Sales, retail, or customer service experience Leadership roles in school, sports, or work Organizational and problem‑solving skills Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Disability and Life Insurance 401(k) with Employer Match Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays HSA and Paid Parental Leave Employee Assistance Program Profit Sharing Professional Development Training Equal Opportunity Employer – Disability and Veteran Status CED is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Disability and Veteran Status. #J-18808-Ljbffr