Sales and Leadership Trainee

OverviewHajoca, 2100 S Western, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States of AmericaJob DescriptionHajoca Corporation is one of the country’s largest privately-held wholesale distributors of plumbing, heating & cooling, and industrial supplies. Founded in 1858, Hajoca is a company based on the principles of “Service, Integrity, Reliability,” and on relationships of trust and support with teammates, customers, and suppliers. Throughout its history, Hajoca has played an active role in shaping advances in plumbing. We attribute our success to a unique business philosophy and talented people. Hajoca is all about the people, who give us our advantage, and who will guide us successfully into the future.Although Hajoca is a large company, we work in a decentralized environment where each of our locations, called Profit Centers (PCs), is run by the Profit Center Manager as if it were their own small business. A typical Profit Center is the heart of our business and consists of a warehouse, counter, sales office, and (sometimes) a showroom. Our PCs conduct business under unique trade names and offer a customized business approach, honoring what’s special about each local marketplace.Hajoca is looking for a Sales and Leadership Trainee at their Oklahoma City, OK location.Pay for Sales and Leadership Trainee is $21 per hour at this location.Are you looking to pursue a long-term career in sales, business operations, or management? Do you have a strong work ethic and an eagerness to learn? Do you enjoy interacting with people and building relationships? If so, then we’d like you to join our team as a Sales and Leadership Trainee.About the ProgramThe Sales & Leadership Development program is a multi-year rotational program aimed at investing in each trainee\'s future by providing exposure to all aspects of our business. During the program, we work in a structured, thorough manner to develop an aligned understanding of your skill set and long-term career goals.Phase 1:Learn about and perform work related to business operations such as receiving and shipping material, processing returned goods, making deliveries, and learning about proper truck maintenance.Participate in vendor product knowledge sessionsComplete related online courses that facilitate and supplement learningPhase 2:Learn about and gain experience working in counter sales including assisting customers and other teammates, processing sales orders, providing reliable product information, and maintaining the display area.Participate in vendor product knowledge sessionsGain experience working with residential, commercial, and repair and remodel contractorsPhase 3:Learn about and gain experience working in sales. Complete tasks related to pricing and margin management, bids, quotes and submittals, product procurement, and job scheduling.Develop relationships with vendorsParticipate in joint sales calls with outside salespersonsPhase 4:Participate in an in-depth career discussion with your assigned Profit Center Manager and discuss which aspect of business you’re interested in pursuing.About YouCollege degree or equivalent experienceExperience in customer service, sales, management, or leadership roles.Able to drive for company business. As a company business driver, you must:Be at least 18 years oldPossess a proper and valid driver\'s licenseHave a driving record that meets the criteria for being an Authorized Driver in accordance with company policy.Our ideal candidate will also:Be able to build influential relationships and trust with customers and key vendor partners through open and interactive communication.Be able to build positive working relationships and inspire teamwork with co-workers.Possess excellent communication and listening skills, with the ability to persuade.Be able to quickly adapt and react to changes within the work environment.Possess a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.Effectively prioritize work projects and multi-task.Be able to learn and operate applicable software systems and technology used in day-to-day business operations.Demonstrate an awareness of personal strengths and areas of improvement and act independently to improve and increase skills and knowledge.Be able to learn how to safely operate warehouse material-handling equipment.Read, write, speak, and understand English.Be able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.Be able to quickly gain knowledge of products sold in the Profit CenterEffectively use Microsoft Office software (Outlook, Word, Excel) to communicate via email, to maintain weekly sales plans, call reports, customer contact files, and to analyze customer data.BenefitsThe benefits of working with us include a competitive starting wage and a Profit-Sharing Program. Full-time benefits (for team members working 30 or more hours per week) include:Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverageAccident and Hospital Indemnity coverageLife insurance and Long Term DisabilityPre-tax accounts for healthcare and dependent carePaid vacation, holidays, and sick time (sick time also offered to PT team members as required by state law)Paid pregnancy and parental leavePaid day of community serviceFull-time and part-time benefits:401(k)Retirement cash account with company contributionsTargeted training programs focused on your personal and professional growthCompany wellness programEmployee discountsCollege tuition benefits*Please note that benefit offerings may differ for teammates covered under a collective bargaining agreement or employed through an intern program.EEOC StatementHajoca Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled).All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected category pursuant to federal, state or local laws and will not be discriminated against on the basis of any such categories/status. Hajoca is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities including, but not limited to, during the application process. Please let us know if you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability.The benefits of working with us:Our culture is well-suited for exceptional people who use their talents to drive business and want to share in the financial success their efforts yield. In addition to a competitive starting wage, Hajoca also offers a Profit-Sharing Program that provides each team member with an opportunity to earn a direct share of the profits on an annual basis. In addition to our generous compensation package, Hajoca also offers:Full-time benefits (for team members working 30 or more hours per week): Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage; Life insurance and Long Term Disability; Pre-tax accounts for healthcare and dependent care; Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time (sick time also offered to PT team members as required by state law); Paid pregnancy and parental leave; Paid day of community serviceFull-time and part-time benefits: 401(k); Retirement cash account with company contributions; Targeted training programs focused on your personal and professional growth; Company wellness program; Employee discounts; College tuition benefits*Please note that benefit offerings may differ for teammates covered under a collective bargaining agreement or employed through an intern program.Background Screening StatementWe are a drug free workplace. Employment is contingent upon pre-employment drug screening, and successful completion of a criminal background investigation subject to any federal, state and local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr