Emerging Leader Program - Step

Sonepar Training for Emerging Professionals (STEP) Associate for Summit Electric Supply 

Various Summit Locations: Dallas, Houston, Albuquerque, Phoenix

Position Summary

At Sonepar, successful leaders promote a mindset of adaptability, innovation, and continuous learning. The Sonepar Training for Emerging Professionals (STEP) Associate participates in a dynamic rotational development program designed to educate, train, and develop emerging professionals while establishing a foundation for a successful career. Through hands-on experience, on-the-job training, e-learning, subject matter expert instruction, and residency trips, participants gain broad exposure to operations, sales, procurement, logistics, project management, e-Commerce, and the business philosophy of Sonepar USA and its Operating Companies. This role is designed to build future leaders by providing meaningful experiences across multiple areas of the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage in warehouse operations, distribution processes, and logistics functions to develop a strong understanding of the business.
• Build relationships with key vendors in assigned markets to understand and promote vendor products while supporting marketing and sales initiatives.
• Maintain open communication with customers and Company technical support teams to identify issues, recognize market trends, and support the achievement of sales goals.
• Train customers and associates on Company products, features, benefits, and applications to deliver exceptional service and meet customer needs.
• Analyze sales data and market conditions to identify opportunities for growth and evaluate competitive strengths and weaknesses.
• Manage projects by developing a thorough understanding of organizational and customer needs, collaborating with internal and external partners, and presenting recommendations and solutions.
• Research strategic business initiatives and prepare presentations for audiences ranging from local management teams to executive leadership.
• Participate in training, development programs, site visits, and company-sponsored activities while representing the local Operating Company.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Sales, Marketing, or a related field required.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0.

Experience

• Previous internship, co-op, leadership, or related experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team and thrive in new environments.

Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Effective verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate across all levels of the organization.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to service excellence.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Adapts quickly to new situations, people, technologies, and business challenges while remaining flexible and resilient.
• Demonstrates initiative, challenges the status quo, and continuously seeks opportunities for improvement.
• Exhibits curiosity, embraces learning opportunities, and applies new knowledge to support business objectives and personal growth.

The STEP program provides high-potential graduates with broad business exposure, leadership development opportunities, and a strong foundation for a successful career within Sonepar and its Operating Companies.

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