Job: Manager in Training Opportunity

Location: Lansdale, PA

 Manager in Training Opportunity
(Multiple locations throughout the US)

SRS Distribution Inc. is a coast-to-coast wholesale distributor of roofing and other residential and commercial building materials. SRS primarily sells to professional contractors, but also to lumberyards and “big box" retailers. The annual sales exceed $800 million, and there are 97 distribution centers in 32 states. This makes SRS one of the largest wholesale distributors of roofing and other building products in the US. Yet it remains a company with a very strong heritage of entrepreneurial operations and spirit. SRS has accomplished all of these successful results in just over 5 years, having been founded in 2008. The explosive, profitable growth will continue through well-financed future acquisitions and the establishment of numerous new start-up locations. For further information, visit our website at: www.sriscorp.com

The SRS Distribution Management Training Program is designed to teach through a mentoring process. If you are selected for this program, you will be paired with an experienced mentor who will help you learn all aspects of the business, such as learning products, logistics, sales, credit, purchasing, finance, safety, HR and customer service. You will also learn about our culture and our core values so that you can rise to the position of Branch Manager and beyond.

1. Introductory Phase:

Management Trainees will spend time in each branch area of operation to get a general introduction to our business and then will spend time as needed in each major functional area to learn the business in detail.

    2.    Other Phases after Introduction:

Gain knowledge and experience regarding how to manage an SRS distribution center by mastering the following subject areas:

• Warehouse: Load trucks, operate forklift, handle SKU’s, receive products, establish proof of delivery, handle communication issues and safety, etc.

• Delivery: Ride with drivers, assist in deliveries, become familiar with DOT regulations, fleet maintenance, rooftop loading, observe dispatching, etc.

• Product Knowledge: Learn SRS products through “hands on" experience, on-line training courses and vendor sponsored training events.

• Software: Learn ERP system and other software.

• Inside Sales: sell customers over the phone and at the counter.

• Outside Sales: work as Territory Manager in outside sales territory.

• Branch Financial Performance: Review branch’s financial performance each week learning the “fine points" and inter-workings among all aspects of our business such as credit, billing, purchasing, branch accounting, HR, safety, fleet, budgeting, sales, operations, etc.

The Management Trainee Program is designed to last 12 – 18 months allowing you to experience all aspects of the Branch Manager position and to provide you with the foundational skills necessary for future advancement inside SRS Distribution. Each branch is different and thus the suggested assignments and time lines may vary within each branch.

SRS OFFERS GREAT BENEFITS:

• Medical, dental, life and disability insurance;
• Competitive compensation;
• Cell phone, iPad and/or laptop computers where needed;
• Paid vacation, sick days, holidays; and
• 401(k) retirement plan with matching company contribution up to 6%.

JOB AND SKILL SET REQUIREMENTS:

• Self-starter who is motived to succeed, and who can naturally identify with the company’s mission statement – “Make Money and Have Fun";
• Strong work ethic;
• Positive and competitive attitude;
• Strong aptitude and desire for a management career;
• Ability to build strong, lasting customer relationships;
• Active listening and sales probing skills to identify customer needs and understand their business requirements;
• College degree is required (prefer major in Industrial Distribution or Supply Chain, but not mandatory);
• Strong organizational and time-management skills;
• Computer skills and math aptitude;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record;
• Ability to lift on occasion building materials;
• Excellent prior work references/academic record;
• Pass relevant criminal background check;
• Provide proof of legal work status in USA.; and
• Pass pre-employment drug test.

Please apply by emailing your resume to Cynthia Lang, Recruiting Manager at clang@srsicorp.com.

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