Operations Management Trainee
Kirby Risk is looking for recent college graduates to serve as operations management trainees, focusing on branch operations. This extensive 1-year development program will include exposure to branch management, key operations, sales support, and vendor interactions.
Are you seeking a role that offers a wide range of responsibilities and learning opportunities? Want a company willing to invest in your development? Then build your career with Kirby Risk!
Kirby Risk is currently searching for Branch Operations Management Trainees in Indiana (Central, Northern, and Southern). Successful Kirby Risk team members exhibit high levels of commitment, an outstanding work ethic, resourcefulness, a willingness to give and receive feedback, and an undeniable desire to learn. If you are ready to be rewarded for your hard work in developing these qualities, consider a career with Kirby Risk Electrical Supply.
The KR Distribution Trainee Program
1-year program focused on mentoring, coaching, and foundational educational courses, and continuous feedback
Extensive industry-based product training in our service capabilities, operations, and logistics
Immersion in the Kirby Risk customer service sales experience
Skill building across markets, products, and services
Exposure to various business units and locations
Learn, Understand, and Emulate the Kirby Risk Values and Principles
Requirements of a Distribution Trainee candidate:
Resides in the assigned base location during the program
Bachelor's degree in business, Sales/Marketing, Supply Chain Management, Economics/Finance, or other relevant bachelor's degrees
Military experience considered in lieu of a degree
5+ Years of proven sales or customer service experience in lieu of a degree
Must have a driver's license and reliable transportation
Travel will be required to assigned locations during and following the program
Successful completion of a Capstone project to be defined upon start
Willingness to relocate to the assigned Kirby Risk Market location after successful completion of the program
What to Expect in This Role
Ability to lift to 50 lbs. and adapt to varied work environments
Expect travel up to 40%
Flexibility to participate in customer/vendor events
Variable Schedule based on business location requirements
Why Kirby Risk?
Founded in 1926, Kirby Risk is a trusted leader in electrical supply, manufacturing, and mechanical solutions. Our culture is built on hard-working, engaged people who treat each other—and our customers—with respect and urgency.
When you joinKirbyou'ree, you're not just taking a job, you're joining a company where you can build a career.
Benefits That Work for You
We provide a complete package designed to support your health, career, and future:
Medical, RX, Dental, and Vision insurance
Life insurance & Employee Assistance Programs
Tuition reimbursement & on-the-job training
401(k) with company match & Profit Sharing
Paid Time Off (PTO)