Accelerated Management Program Associate- Operations

Accelerated Management Program Associate
- Operations

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- Operations role at Daikin Comfort

Daikin is the world’s #1 manufacturer of air‑conditioners and refrigerants, providing the North American market with a full range of residential and commercial HVAC products. Headquartered just outside Houston, Texas, the Daikin Texas Technology Park (DTTP) consolidates manufacturing, engineering, logistics, marketing and sales in a 4.2‑million‑square‑foot campus.

As part of the family of brands backed by Daikin Industries, Ltd., Daikin, Goodman, Motili, and Quietflex bring innovation and value to indoor comfort products and services. Our goal is simple: help customers live, play, and work comfortably indoors while fostering employee growth through training, mentorship, and opportunity.

The AMP is a 12‑month hands‑on program at our Lenexa, KS branch. It provides tools for success and exposure to business facets that fit personal skills and interests. The program focuses on Branch Operations and Outside Sales tracks.

• Counter Sales:
  Work face‑to‑face with customers while gaining product knowledge and learning our systems and processes.
• Warehouse:
  Hands‑on experience with our products, including shipping and receiving materials.
• Inside/Showroom Sales:
  Further develop the daily skills needed to become a successful Branch leader, while building relationships with our customers and sales force.
• Other aspects include: developing leadership skills, providing accurate pricing and inventory information, and developing and maintaining relationships.

• Help drive business development and prospecting. You will start your fast‑track training into outside sales with an actual territory in one of designated markets.
• Managing Customer priorities:
  Learn the importance of meeting the customer’s demand for quick response times, on‑site solutions, and on‑time complete delivery. You will also focus time on learning how to manage all sales functions for existing and prospective customers.
• Houston Training:
  Visit our corporate location in Houston, TX to network and build relationships with corporate leaders and other support teams.
• Other aspects include: a focus on new business development, meeting sales goals, and building relationships with key stakeholders.

• Possesses a broad theoretical job knowledge typically obtained through advanced education.
• Has no discretion to deviate from established procedures by performing structured work assignments.
• Work is closely supervised.
• Problems faced are not typically difficult nor complex.
• Explains facts, policies and practices related to job area.

• Communication:
  Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Leadership:
  Ability to motivate and manage teams effectively.
• Analytical Thinking:
  Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Decision Making:
  Ability to make informed and timely decisions.
• Time Management:
  Efficient time management and ability to prioritize tasks.
• Negotiation:
  Effective negotiation skills to manage contracts, partnerships, and conflict resolution.
• Interpersonal
  
  Skills:
  
  Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships with team members, stakeholders, and clients.
• Adaptability:
  Ability to adapt to changing environments and handle unexpected challenges.
• Technical Proficiency:
  Familiarity with business software such as Microsoft Office Suite, project management tools, and ERP systems.
• Financial Acumen:
  Ability to understand and manage budgets, financial statements, and cost analysis.
• Customer Focus:
  Understanding customer needs and ensuring satisfaction.

Bachelor’s degree in Management, Marketing, Sales, Entrepreneurial Studies (or similar).

Must have at least a 3.0 GPA (overall and major).

People Management :
No.

• Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Must have long‑term flexibility in location within the region (but national opportunities may be available as well) and be willing to relocate…