STEP Associate - Sheboygan

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Emerging Professionals Program Associate - Sales Development Program

Sheboygan, Wisconsin

The Sonepar Training for Emerging Professionals (STEP) 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. This 9-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 dynamic program, you will have the unique opportunity to present to our Executive Leadership team on key strategic organizational initiatives.

This program will begin in June 2026.

The core rotations of this program are:

• Warehouse/Logistics

• Inside Sales/Counter/Storeroom

• Projects & Quotations

• Sales/Digital Solutions/Marketing

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 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 75 lbs.

• Forklift and stock picker trainer

• Mix of warehouse and office work environments

What We Offer You

We offer great family-friendly benefits to full-time associates:

• Healthcare plans

• Dental & vision

• Paid time off

• Paid parental leave

• 401(k) retirement savings with company match

• Professional and personal development programs

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Opportunity to become a shareholder

• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability

• Employer-paid life insurance for spouse and dependents

• Robust wellness program

• Gym reimbursement

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

We're proud to be a military-friendly company, and our many employee resource groups (ERGs) help you make connections and feel supported.

Learn More About Us

Get to know us on YouTube, LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram and learn how we're "Powering Progress for Future Generations."
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Learn more at https://www.vikingelectric.com/about.
Viking Electric is part of the Sonepar family of brands: https://www.soneparusa.com/us-en/about-us

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Sonepar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

Sonepar and our family of brands are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, we will take steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please call 843-745-2420 or email [email protected].

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