Associate - Minneapolis

Position: STEP Associate - Minneapolis

About Viking Electric

Viking Electric offers electrical products and services to contractors across the Midwest as part of the Sonepar group, the world’s #1 electrical distributor with over 45,000 associates worldwide. A company culture that respects diverse perspectives, values performance, people, customers and sustainability, and offers growth opportunities across a global organization.

Emerging Professionals Program Associate – Sales Development Program

Location:

Minneapolis, Minnesota

The Sonepar Training for Emerging Professionals Program (STEP) is a 12‑month rotational program designed to educate and develop emerging professionals. Through on‑the‑job learning, e‑learning, subject matter‑expert training and residency trips you will gain exposure to site and corporate operations, sales strategies, processes, procurement, project management, e‑commerce and Sonepar USA’s business philosophy. The program concludes with a presentation to executive leadership on key strategic initiatives.

The program will begin in June 2026.

Core Rotations

• Warehouse/Logistics
• Inside Sales/Counter
• Projects & Quotations
• Marketing/Digital Solutions/E‑Commerce
• Outside Sales/Specialty Track

Additional Experiences

• Team‑building activities with fellow emerging professionals
• All‑expense paid travel to different company locations
• Enhanced understanding of the business through specialized training

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Sales, Marketing, or a related field
• Minimum GPA of 3.0
• Enthusiastic, self‑starter attitude
• Excellent communication, time‑management, and leadership skills
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Flexible and adaptable team player

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science (required)
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 preferred
• Desire for a career in Sales, Logistics, or Operations
• Outstanding verbal and written communication 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 training required
• Combination of warehouse and office work environments

What We Offer You

• Health care 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)

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Sonepar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to 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 any unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

We are committed to full inclusion of all qualified individuals. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants or employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please call 843‑745‑2420 or email

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Pay Transparency Non‑Discrimination Provision

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