STEP Program Associate - Sonepar Training for Emerging Professionals

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At OneSource, successful associates drive and promote our mindset of Adapt, Dare and Learn. You will be developed and empowered to make best-in-class business decisions and contribute to a customer-centric environment that delivers outstanding results.

The Sonepar Training for Emerging Professionals Program is a dynamic, intensive program designed to educate, train, and develop skills in emerging talent to invigorate our workforce and support your success in establishing your career! You will get hands-on experience in every aspect of our business through on-the-job, e-learning, subject matter expert training, and residency trips. This11-month rotational program includes exposure to the site and corporate operations, sales strategies, processes, procurement, project management, E-Commerce, and the Sonepar USA and our Operating Companies' business philosophy. At the conclusion of this program, you will have the unique opportunity to present to our Executive Leadership team on key strategic organizational initiatives.

This program will begin inJune 2025.

The core rotations of this program are:

• Warehouse/Logistics
• Industry Knowledge
• Inside Sales/Counter
• Projects & Quotations
• Digital Solutions/Marketing/eCommerce
• Outside Sales and/or Custom module

In addition to your rotations, you will also experience:

• Team-building activities with fellow trainees
• All-expense paid travel to different company locations in fun places
• Enhanced understanding of our business through specialized training

What you will do:

• Assist the facilities management in meeting and maintaining OneSource's commitment to safety by providing a safe workplace for our Associates and to promote OneSource's safety program
• Complete assignments consisting of reports, elearning, and/or presentations with each rotation
• Represent OneSource and our 10 Principles while working with customers, vendors, and co-workers

What you will bring:

• A Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree is required
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 preferred
• Possess a desire for a career in Sales, Logistics, or Operations
• Outstanding verbal and written communication and skills
• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multi-task, be flexible, and adapt to change

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

• Occasional lifting and pulling objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Forklift and stock picker trainer
• Mix of warehouse and office work environments

Location: This role is based in San Leandro, CA with travel to other OneSource locations within the area

Travel: You will be required to travel to different cities within the United States throughout the program

Work hours: Varies with each rotation

Salary Range:

• This is an exempt position that pays $68,640.00 annually. This salary range reflects figures based on the primary location, within California. The actual range for the role may differ based on the location of the role.

About OneSource

OneSource, a Sonepar Company, is a leading electrical and industrial distributor with 20+ locations across California, Arizona, Hawaii, Baja California and Mexico. We service the commercial, residential, utility, contractor and industrial markets. We are always focused on our customer's needs, quality and the service we provide to strengthen our position as a leading supplier in our markets.

About Sonepar USA

Sonepar is an independent family-owned company with global market leadership in B-to-B distribution of electrical products, solutions and related services. Sonepar entered the US in 1998 and continues to grow due to strategic acquisitions and organic growth. Today, Sonepar serves the market through a network of companies with over 400 locations nationwide.For more information, visitsoneparusa.com.

Our Competitive Benefits

Medical Plans (medical, dental, and vision), Long-term and Short-term Disability, Life Insurance, a robust 401K Plan, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick, Paid Personal, Paid Holidays, Flexible Spending Accounts (Health and Dependent Care), Employee Assistance Program, Employee Discounts, and opportunities for career progression.

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Sonepar is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

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