Sales Development Trainee

With over 115 years of experience, EMCO Corporation is a leading national wholesale distributor of plumbing, HVAC, waterworks, and industrial products to the construction industry. We provide quality and cutting-edge products that help support residential, commercial and infrastructure initiatives across Canada.

At EMCO Corporation, we are committed to providing sustainable solutions to our customers and communities in which we live and serve. Our talented and passionate team members are the key to our success. We empower our team members to act like owners and make a difference within our business through striving for innovation and providing excellence in customer service.

We offer a fun, fast-paced and dynamic workplace. We work as a team, share core values, and support each other’s growth and development. As our teammate, you will have the opportunity to continually develop your skills through ongoing training, have the opportunity to be innovative and try new things, and work alongside passionate colleagues with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are a team of enthusiastic individuals who are dedicated to meeting and exceeding the needs of the customers we serve.

Job Description

Are you ready to kickstart your career in sales? We're excited to offer an exceptional opportunity for a Sales Development Trainee to join our dynamic team in Calgary, Canada. This full-time, entry-level position is designed to provide you with hands-on experience and comprehensive training in various aspects of our business operations.

As a Sales Development Trainee, you'll embark on an exciting journey through our multi-phase program, gaining invaluable knowledge and skills that will set the foundation for a successful career in sales and beyond. Our supportive and collaborative environment will nurture your growth as you progress through different departments and roles within our organization.

• Participate in a comprehensive 5-phase training program covering various aspects of our business
• Learn and apply warehouse logistics, including product knowledge and sales support
• Engage in counter sales, customer service, and order management
• Develop skills in inside sales, including quoting, sourcing, and order processing
• Gain experience in outside sales and account management
• Build and maintain relationships with customers and vendors
• Collaborate with team members across different departments
• Adapt to various roles and responsibilities throughout the training program
• Contribute to the achievement of sales targets and business goals
• Continuously learn and apply new skills and knowledge in a fast-paced environment

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education preferred
• Strong learning aptitude and enthusiasm for personal and professional growth
• Positive attitude and results-oriented mindset
• Excellent teamwork skills with the ability to work collaboratively and with minimal supervision
• Outstanding customer service, interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
• Valid driver's license with a clean abstract
• Sales background or interest in pursuing a career in sales preferred
• Adaptability and willingness to work in various roles, including starting in a warehouse environment
• Basic understanding of business operations and eagerness to learn more
• Detail-oriented approach to work with a focus on accuracy and efficiency
• Goal-oriented mindset with the ability to meet targets and deadlines
• Resilience and ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment

Additional Information

Why Join Our Team?

EMCO Corporation is one of Canada’s largest integrated wholesale distributors of plumbing, HVAC, waterworks, and industrial products for the construction industry. We have endless opportunities for you to grow and develop in your career and a culture that prides itself in supporting you every step of the way!

In addition, we will offer you:

• Great mentors and on-the-job training
• Growth potential with competitive salary, benefits, and profit sharing
• A career with a solid, stable company with strong core values
• Participation in our pension plan with employer contributions
• Work-life balance and flex time

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.