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Stay to lead.\nLaunch Your Career. Learn the Business. Lead Your Own Team.\nStep into your leadership journey by shaping the future of EMCO Corporation through bold leadership, strategic vision, and meaningful impact. Collaborate with world-class leaders, drive innovation, and unlock new opportunities to leave a lasting impact.\nWith 120 years of experience, EMCO Corporation is one of Canada’s largest wholesale distributors, providing essential plumbing, HVAC, waterworks, and industrial products to the construction industry. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality products and sustainable solutions to support residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects across the country.\nAbout the Program\nIf you’re a new grad who wants more than a desk job - someone excited by supply chain, sales, business development, and entrepreneurship - this is your chance to build a real career from the ground up.\nOur Management Development Program is a hands-on, accelerated path that teaches you how to run a business end to end. You’ll gain practical experience, strong mentorship, competitive compensation, full benefits, and profit sharing - all while preparing to lead your own operation.\nRelocation:\nPlease note that successful candidates to this position will be required to relocate within Canada to complete their training. Relocation assistance will be provided. We have opportunities available across the country!\nOur culture is built on four core values:\nFairness & Caring\nTrust & Respect\nGenerous Listening\nStraight Talk\nDiversity, Inclusion & Opportunity\nEMCO Corporation is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where every teammate can succeed. We believe that diverse backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and ideas make us a stronger organization and better partner to our customers.\nWe actively encourage applications from women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, members of the LGBTQ2S+ community, and individuals from all backgrounds. We are particularly committed to increasing representation of women in leadership and throughout the construction wholesale industry by creating an environment where talent, performance, and potential drive opportunity.\n What You’ll Do\nAs a Management Trainee, you’ll rotate through a structured, four-phase program designed to give you full visibility into how a successful business operates - from supply chain and operations to sales, leadership, and strategy.\nYou won’t just observe - you’ll own projects, manage accounts, build customer relationships, and make real business decisions, all with the guidance of experienced leaders across the country.\nThe Program: Learn the Business From the Inside Out\nPhase 1: Warehouse and Customer Service (12 Months)\nGet hands-on with the backbone of the business.\nShipping, receiving, and inventory management\nProduct knowledge and vendor coordination\nCustomer service and counter sales\nPricing, credit, financial statements, and logistics\nLearn how products move from supplier to customer\nPhase 2: Customer Relationships & Procurement (12 Months)\nStep into problem-solving and project support.\nBuild strong customer and vendor relationships\nManage larger projects and complex orders\nRead blueprints and develop material quotes\nDeliver high-impact, solutions-focused service\nPhase 3: Account Management and Proactive Sales (15-18 Months)\nDrive growth like an entrepreneur.\nIdentify and win new business opportunities\nNegotiate contracts and grow key accounts\nExpand market presence and customer partnerships\nLearn proactive, strategic selling at a high level\nPhase 4: Leadership & Operations (3 Months)\nPrepare to run the show.\nLead and mentor a team\nSet strategy, vision, and performance goals\nManage operations, profitability, and people\nTransition from trainee to business leader\nYour Career Destination: Profit Centre Manager\nAfter completing the program, you’ll be ready to step into a Profit Centre Manager role - running your own location like a business owner.\nYou’ll be responsible for:\nGrowing sales, profitability, and market share\nHiring, training, coaching, and leading a high-performing team\nAnalyzing financials and making strategic decisions\nManaging inventory, assets, marketing plans, and purchasing\nBuilding strong community and customer relationships\nEnsuring exceptional service, safety, and operational excellence\n Who You Are:\nWe’re looking for passionate individuals who are eager to learn, grow, and make an impact. Here’s what we’re seeking:\nRecent university or college graduates (all disciplines welcome)\nPositive attitude, results-driven mindset, and a desire to learn\nStrong leadership, customer service, and organizational skills\nStrong work ethic, integrity, and the ability to work both independently and within a team\nExcellent communication skills and the ability to build relationships with customers, vendors, and teammates\nInterest in sales and business development\nProficiency in Microsoft Office\nValid driver’s license\n Salary Range - $52,500 + Profit Sharing\nWhat Makes our Program Unique\nDynamic and Supportive Culture: We work as a team, and we have each other’s backs. You’ll join a passionate, diverse group of individuals who share a common goal: to be the best at what we do.\nNationwide Opportunities: The program may require relocation within Canada, but don’t worry - we offer relocation assistance to help you along the way! With opportunities across the country, your career with EMCO could take you anywhere.\nMake a Real Difference: Influence the business growth with the autonomy to challenge and be creative while collaborating directly with leadership.\nProgram Details\nStart Date: October - December 2026\nDuration: 36 - 48 Months\nLocation:\nOntario: Brantford, Waterloo, Hamilton, Ottawa, London, Niagara, St. Catharines\nNew Brunswick: Moncton, Fredericton\nNova Scotia: Halifax, Dartmouth\nPrince Edward Island: Charlottetown\nNewfoundland and Labrador: St. John's\n This posting refers to an actual vacancy\nEMCO 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. 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