Management Trainee Program

Launch Your Sales Leadership Career with CED!

Location:

Starting location Portland, OR.

Multiple openings across Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and Montana.

Compensation:

$63,150 – $69,000 annual package during program.

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.

We’re looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree
• 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

Minimum Requirements:

• 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
• Microsoft Office proficiency
• Organizational and problem-solving skills

Perks & Benefits:

• 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

CED is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Disability and Veteran Status.