Distribution Trainee

Based in St. Louis, Core & Main is a leader in advancing reliable infrastructure™ with local service, nationwide®. As a specialty distributor with a focus on water, wastewater, storm drainage and fire protection products and related services, Core & Main provides solutions to municipalities, private water companies and professional contractors across municipal, non-residential and residential end markets, nationwide. With over 370 locations across the U.S., the company provides its customers local expertise backed by a national supply chain. Core & Main’s 5,700 associates are committed to helping their communities thrive with safe and reliable infrastructure. Visit coreandmain.com to learn more.

Sales Trainee Job Summary (Kicks off September 21st-must be willing to relocate upon graduation next September and desire a career in sales!)

• Sign on bonus
• Graduation bonus
• $24/hour-full time

This is a 12 -month, entry-level cross functional program that develops employees for future roles as successful managers, accomplished outside sales professionals, and key operations personnel to build a foundation for a successful career as an Outside Sales Rep.

This competitive program is designed to attract the very best talent. Participants will complete a program that includes rotational assignments in various segments of the branch business with on-the-job training. Program associates act as role models of professionalism, ethical behavior and utilize effective decision making at all times. Program associates must thrive on challenge and a changing environment, while demanding continuous learning in a competitive, fast paced environment

YOU want to enter an industry that has a direct impact on local communities, supporting the reliability of critical infrastructure. You are seeking an immersive training and development opportunity, meant to prepare you for key roles in our organization. You are a recent college graduate or upcoming graduate in the spring with a BS/BA and ready to start your career.  

ARE you interested in learning about the sales and operations of a distribution business? Are you looking for a supportive early career program that is focused on operational and leadership development? Are you ready to participate in a 24-month program that helps identify a career path for you through exposure to multiple aspects of the business?  

HERE at Core & Main, we value the individual, and the unique contributions you bring. Here we support and encourage continued learning.  Here we invest in the development and well-being of our people, who are the key to our future.  Here we value diversity and want to ensure each voice is heard.  Here, our team members thrive as a community.  

Preferably, YOU have:

• Less than 2 years of professional experience (excluding internships)
• Flexibility to relocate after first year

HERE, we have:

• Medical with 100% preventative care coverage
• Health Savings Account
• Dental and Vision
• 401K
• Tuition Reimbursement and Tuition Grants
• Continued learning opportunities through our onsite training facility and extensive online learning catalog
• Professional development and industry networking opportunities, e.g. Our Women’s Network and community engagement events  

Core & Main is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment at Core & Main is based solely on a person’s merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence.  Core & Main does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship, or any other basis protected by law.

None of the questions in this application are intended to elicit information regarding any protected characteristics, nor imply any limitation, illegal preferences or discrimination based upon non-job-related information or protected characteristics.

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